Science Teacher

The Education Specialists; Winsford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The Education Specialists are seeking a passionate and confident Science Teacher for a full-time, long-term position at a well-regarded secondary school in Cheshire East, rated Good by Ofsted. This role begins January 2027 and involves teaching across KS3 and KS4 for the remainder of the academic year.

The successful candidate will join a school with a strong behaviour policy and supportive senior leadership, providing a stable, rewarding long-term placement.

Qualifications

• Requires QTS and experience teaching Science across KS3 and KS4.
• Strong knowledge of Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging, high-quality Science lessons.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Science lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Teach Biology, Chemistry and Physics in line with the school curriculum.
• Adapt teaching strategies to meet the needs of pupils with varying abilities.
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies.
• Assess pupil progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Build strong professional relationships with pupils and staff.
• Contribute to the wider school community.

Skills

QTS

KS3/KS4 experience

Science knowledge

Classroom management

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Long-Term Science Teacher

Location : Cheshire East

Salary: Paid to scale, dependent on experience and qualifications

Contract: Full-time, long-term

Start Date: January 2027

The Education Specialists are seeking a passionate and confident Science Teacher for a full-time, long-term position at a well-regarded secondary school in Cheshire East, rated 'Good' by Ofsted.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated Science Teacher to join a supportive school from January 2027, teaching across Key Stage 3 (KS3) and Key Stage 4 (KS4) for the remainder of the academic year.

The school has a strong behaviour policy and a supportive senior leadership team, providing an excellent environment for a Science Teacher looking for a consistent and rewarding long-term placement.

Long-Term Science Teacher Benefits

• Competitive daily rate, paid to scale depending on experience and qualifications
• PAYE paid weekly
• Long-term stability for the remainder of the academic year
• Access to professional development and CPD opportunities
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• £150 refer-a-friend scheme (T&Cs apply)

Science Teacher Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience teaching Science across KS3 and KS4
• Strong subject knowledge across Biology, Chemistry and Physics
• The ability to plan and deliver engaging, high-quality Science lessons
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• A flexible and adaptable approach to teaching
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply through The Education Specialists

The Successful Science Teacher Will

• Plan and deliver engaging Science lessons across KS3 and KS4
• Teach Biology, Chemistry and Physics in line with the school curriculum
• Adapt teaching strategies to meet the needs of pupils with varying abilities
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies
• Assess pupil progress and provide constructive feedback
• Create a positive and inclusive learning environment
• Build strong professional relationships with pupils and staff
• Contribute to the wider school community

Safeguarding & Compliance

TheEducation Specialists are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff and candidates to share this commitment.

Our recruitment processes follow Safer Recruitment guidelines in line with current legislation, including Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and Working Together to Safeguard Children. All appointments are subject to pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.

We are also committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, and are happy to make reasonable adjustments where required.

We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.

As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent