Science Teacher

The Education Network; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a committed QTS / ECT Science Teacher to join a supportive secondary school in Shrewsbury starting January 2026. This long-term position involves teaching Biology, Chemistry, and Physics across KS3 and KS4, with full planning, marking, and assessment responsibilities. Applicants should have a strong curriculum knowledge, effective behavior management skills, and a dedication to fostering student progress. Excellent support and training opportunities are provided.

Benefits

Personalised career support

Additional training and development

Excellent rates of pay

Qualifications

• Qualified Science Teacher with QTS or ECT.
• Experience in teaching KS3 and KS4 science.
• Ability to differentiate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
• Take full planning, marking, and assessment responsibilities.
• Collaborate with department to maintain high standards.

Skills

Strong curriculum knowledge

Behaviour management

Collaborative approach

Confidence in delivering KS3 and KS4 science

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Early Career Teacher (ECT)

Job description

Key Details

• Position: QTS / ECT Science Teacher
• Location: Shrewsbury
• Salary: £175 – £250 per day (dependent on experience)
• Contract Type: Long-term supply
• Start Date: January 2026
• Key Stages: KS3 – KS4

The Role

We’re recruiting a committed Science Teacher to join a supportive secondary school in Shrewsbury from January. This long-term role covers teaching across KS3 and KS4, delivering engaging lessons in Biology, Chemistry and Physics, with the expectation of taking on full planning, marking and assessment responsibilities. You’ll work closely with a well‑resourced department to maintain high standards and encourage curiosity and confidence in Science.

The Candidate

You’ll be a qualified Science Teacher (QTS or ECT) with strong curriculum knowledge and a genuine passion for your subject. The ideal candidate will be confident delivering science across KS3 and KS4, able to differentiate effectively, and committed to helping all students make meaningful progress. Strong behaviour management and a proactive, collaborative approach are essential.

The School

The school has a warm, community‑focused feel, with a leadership team that prioritises teacher well‑being, consistency and high‑quality teaching. Their Science department is well‑equipped, well‑organised, and supported by experienced technicians, giving you the tools needed to deliver practical, engaging lessons.

The Education Network Offer

Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have an unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.

We provide a friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard‑working consultants will endeavour to find assignments suited to your needs, and you will be supported to extend your professional development. Excellent rates of pay await.

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

The Education Network is a equal opportunities employer and is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.

Due to the expected high‑volume of applications, only short‑listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.