Science Teacher

The Education Network; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Education Network is recruiting a dedicated Science Teacher for a secondary school in Solihull. This long-term supply role starts October 2026 and covers KS3 and KS4, delivering engaging lessons and tracking student progress within a supportive science department.

You will need QTS or be an ECT, with strong knowledge of science and a commitment to developing practical skills and understanding in all learners across key stages 3 and 4.

Qualifications

• Hold QTS or be an ECT specialising in Science.
• Strong subject knowledge and passion for Science.
• Experience teaching KS3 and KS4 or training to teach KS3/KS4.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured Science lessons.
• Assess student progress and provide timely feedback.
• Maintain high expectations of behaviour and achievement.
• Contribute to a positive and inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

QTS / ECT

Science

KS3 & KS4

Lesson planning

Behaviour management

Job description

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.

The Candidate

The ideal candidate will:

• Hold QTS or be an ECT specialising in Science
• Have strong subject knowledge and a passion for Science
• Have experience teaching, or be training to teach, across KS3 and KS4
• Deliver engaging and appropriately challenging lessons
• Adapt teaching to meet the needs of different learners
• Be organised, reliable and committed to supporting student progress
• Build positive and professional relationships with students and colleagues

The School

You will be joining a secondary school in Solihull, working as part of the Science department and wider teaching team.

This long-term supply opportunity provides a chance to contribute to students’ learning and development across KS3 and KS4 while gaining valuable experience within a secondary school environment.

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

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.

Key Stages: KS3 & KS4