Science Teacher

The Education Network; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Personalised career support

Friendly atmosphere

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Education Network is recruiting a Science Teacher in Solihull to start October 2026 on a long-term supply basis. You will teach Science to KS3 and KS4, delivering engaging lessons and assessing progress within a supportive teaching team.

The ideal candidate will hold QTS or be an ECT specialising in Science and demonstrate strong subject knowledge, classroom management, and the ability to adapt to diverse learning needs in a secondary school setting.

Qualifications

• Hold QTS or be an ECT specialising in Science.
• Strong subject knowledge and confidence teaching Science across KS3/KS4.
• Demonstrate effective classroom and behaviour management.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Science lessons for KS3 and KS4.
• Assess student progress and provide timely feedback.
• Maintain high expectations of behaviour and achievement.
• Foster curiosity and scientific thinking in students.

Skills

QTS

ECT Specialising in Science

Science Knowledge

Education

QTS

Job description

Science Teacher – Solihull

Key Details

• Position: QTS / ECT Science Teacher
• Location: Solihull
• Start Date: October 2026
• Contract: Long-term supply
• Pay: £175–£250 per day, dependent on experience
• Key Stages: KS3 & KS4

The Role

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Science Teacher to join a secondary school in Solihull from October 2026 on a long-term supply basis.

The successful candidate will teach Science across KS3 and KS4, delivering engaging and well-structured lessons that develop students’ scientific knowledge, understanding and practical skills.

You will be responsible for planning and delivering effective lessons, assessing student progress and maintaining high expectations of behaviour and achievement. You will also encourage students to develop their curiosity, scientific thinking and confidence in applying scientific concepts.

The Candidate

The ideal candidate will:

• Hold QTS or be an ECT specialising in Science
• Have strong subject knowledge and confidence teaching Science across KS3 and KS4
• Deliver engaging lessons that make scientific concepts accessible
• Demonstrate effective classroom and behaviour management skills
• Adapt teaching to meet the needs of students with different abilities
• Be organised, reliable and committed to supporting student progress
• Build positive professional relationships with students and colleagues

The School

You will be joining a secondary school in Solihull, teaching students across KS3 and KS4 and contributing to their scientific development.

This long-term supply opportunity offers the chance to make a positive contribution to students’ learning while working as part of the wider teaching team.

Due to the number of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted.

Benefits

• You will also receive personalised career support from the team.
• The opportunity to work in friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters.
• An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.

Agency Compliance

The Education Network is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.

The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks.

The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer.

The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.

Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.