Science teacher

Randstad Education; Tetford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Modern laboratory facilities

Refer a Friend scheme

Job summary

Randstad Education is recruiting a qualified Science Teacher (QTS) for a secondary academy in the Thetford area, Norfolk. You will deliver Biology, Chemistry and Physics across KS3 and KS4, combining practical experiments with robust theory.

Immediate start / term-time placement. You must have QTS or QTLS and UK Right to Work; a driving licence with personal transport is essential to access rural transport options.

Qualifications

• Mandatory QTS or QTLS.
• Right to Work in the UK – no visa sponsorship available.
• Driver with own transport due to limited surrounding transport links.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Hands-On Practical Lessons across KS3/KS4 (GCSE).
• Full academic assessment including practical write-ups, marking, feedback and GCSE prep.
• Promote laboratory safety with COSHH compliance and technician collaboration.

Skills

Driver

Classroom management

Practical science teaching

Safety awareness

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

QTLS

Enhanced DBS check (Update Service)

Job description

Ask yourself these three questions...

• Do you thrive on sparking scientific curiosity and guiding students through practical discovery?

• Are you a driver seeking a fresh laboratory teaching challenge in the Thetford region?

• Do you want to work with a well-resourced department with full technician support?

Science Teacher (QTS)

Location: Thetford Area, Norfolk

Start Date: Immediate / Term-Time Placement

Contract: Full-Time / Long-Term

Salary: £150 - £260 per day (Pay to scale)

Requirements: Mandatory QTS & Full Right to Work in the UK (No Visa Sponsorship Available)

Are you an energetic, inquisitive Science Teacher ready to bring Biology, Chemistry, and Physics to life for secondary pupils?

Randstad Education is actively recruiting a qualified Science Teacher for an encouraging secondary academy in the Thetford area. Whether your background is rooted in molecular biology, chemical reactions, or classical physics, this position offers an outstanding framework to deliver dynamic practical experiments and robust theory across key stages.

Given the school's geographical location and the sparse nature of rural public transport around Thetford, having a full driving licence and access to a car is strongly advised for this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver Hands-On Practical Lessons: As an active Science Teacher, you will design and facilitate safe, engaging laboratory experiments and theoretical sessions across KS3 and KS4 (GCSE).

• Full Academic Assessment: Manage end-to-end teaching duties, including practical write-up assessments, regular homework marking, diagnostic feedback, and GCSE exam preparation.

• Promote Laboratory Safety: Maintain strict health, safety, and COSHH compliance within lab environments, working hand-in-hand with science technicians to manage equipment and chemical stock safely.

• Cultivate Analytical Thinking: Help pupils connect abstract scientific principles to everyday technology, environmental issues, and medical breakthroughs.

• Departmental Synergy: Collaborate with science faculty members to standardize practical coursework, contribute to STEM clubs, and refine interactive learning modules.

Candidate Profile

We are seeking a proactive, safety-conscious Science Teacher with excellent classroom management and a penchant for practical learning.

• Mandatory Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or QTLS.

• Mandatory Right to Work in the UK - Please be advised that the school is unable to provide visa sponsorship; all candidates must hold current, unrestricted UK working rights.

• Must be a driver with personal transport due to limited surrounding bus and train connections.

• Demonstrable experience working as a Science Teacher within a UK secondary school environment.

• Holds an Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or a willingness to process one through Randstad).

What We Offer

• Competitive Daily Rates: Pay rates ranging from £150 to £260 per day (pay to scale), paid on a weekly cycle, plus access to Randstad's national benefits platform.

• Well-Equipped Facilities: Teach inside modern laboratories supported by a dedicated team of science technicians.

• Referral Scheme: Earn a £300 Love2shop voucher by introducing a qualified colleague through our Refer a Friend scheme (T&Cs apply).

Randstad Education is the UK market leader in education recruitment. For nearly two decades, we've connected dedicated teachers and support staff with over 2,500 schools weekly, making a positive difference for thousands of children every day.