Science Teacher

Teaching Personnel; Wales; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking an enthusiastic Science Teacher for a secondary school in Monmouthshire. The role includes teaching across Key Stages 3 to 5, inspiring students with engaging lessons in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. We welcome applications from both newly qualified and experienced teachers. Competitive daily pay and support from a dedicated consultant are offered.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay

Dedicated consultant for guidance

Free CPD-accredited training

Qualifications

• Proven experience teaching Science at KS3/KS4, with KS5 desirable.
• Ability to create an inclusive and positive learning environment.
• Skills in monitoring student progress and providing effective feedback.

Responsibilities

• Teach across Key Stages 3 to 5, delivering engaging science lessons.
• Inspire students and develop their analytical thinking and understanding.
• Contribute to extracurricular activities like STEM clubs and science fairs.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Teaching Science at KS3/KS4

Planning high-quality lessons

Monitoring student progress

Commitment to safeguarding

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Tools

Education Workforce Council (EWC)

Enhanced DBS

Job description

Overview

Location: Monmouthshire, South Wales

Pay Rate: £172.98 per day

Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm

Contract: Starting October 2025 until end of academic year

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate Science Teacher to join one of our trusted secondary schools in the Monmouthshire area.

This position involves teaching across Key Stages 3 to 5, inspiring students to explore the world of science through engaging lessons and practical investigations. You’ll play a key role in developing students’ analytical thinking, curiosity, and understanding of scientific principles. The school also encourages staff to contribute to the wider school community through extracurricular activities such as STEM clubs, science fairs, and educational trips.

Whether you’re a Newly Qualified Teacher (ECT/NQT) or an experienced educator, we’d love to hear from you!

What We’re Looking for

We welcome applications from individuals who:

• Have proven experience teaching Science at KS3/KS4 (KS5 desirable)
• Can create an inclusive and positive learning environment
• Plan and deliver high-quality lessons in line with the national curriculum
• Possess excellent classroom management and communication skills
• Monitor student progress and provide effective feedback
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students

Requirements

Teaching Personnel can provide guidance to help you obtain:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or are completing their induction
• Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC)
• Level 2 Safeguarding training
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service
• Two recent professional references

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

We don’t just offer jobs – we help build careers in education. You’ll benefit from:

• Competitive daily pay
• Dedicated consultant offering ongoing guidance and local placements
• Free CPD-accredited training, including behaviour support and safeguarding
• Access to both temporary and permanent roles across local partnership schools

Ready to Inspire Through Science?

If you’re passionate about sparking curiosity, encouraging scientific thinking, and helping students explore the world through Biology, Chemistry, and Physics — we’d love to hear from you!

Submit your CV today and take the next step in your teaching journey.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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