Science Teacher – An Exciting Teaching Opportunity At A Leading Luton School!

Marchant Recruitment; Luton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is assisting a thriving secondary school in Luton to recruit a passionate Science Teacher. You will teach Biology, Chemistry and Physics across key stages, combining theory with practical investigation to spark curiosity.

The role involves planning engaging lessons, preparing resources, assessing progress and differentiating for learners. You will promote scientific literacy, help students interpret data and work safely in the lab, with collaboration across the science

Qualifications

• A qualified Science Teacher able to teach Science across the appropriate key stages.
• A formal teaching qualification with QTS, such as PGCE or equivalent recognised qualification.
• Strong understanding of the Science curriculum across Biology, Chemistry and Physics as appropriate to the role.
• The ability to plan engaging lessons that incorporate practical activities and scientific enquiry.
• An understanding of laboratory safety and the importance of safe practical teaching.
• The ability to assess student progress and adapt teaching to address misconceptions.
• Strong behaviour management, communication and organisational skills.
• A commitment to inclusion, safeguarding and continuous professional development.
• Legal eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Teach Science across the appropriate key stages, combining theory with practical investigation.
• Plan engaging lessons and prepare learning resources.
• Assess student understanding and adapt teaching for different learners.
• Promote scientific literacy and help students interpret data and draw conclusions.
• Maintain clear laboratory procedures, equipment use and health and safety.
• Collaborate with colleagues to identify gaps in understanding and deliver interventions.

Skills

Behaviour management

Communication

Organisational skills

Inclusion

Safeguarding

Questioning & feedback

Education

QTS or PGCE

Science specialist

UK teaching eligibility

Job description

• Science Teacher required for a thriving secondary school in Luton

• Join a well-equipped department delivering an engaging and ambitious Science curriculum

• Opportunity to teach Biology, Chemistry and Physics while supporting excellent student progress

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic Science Teacher to join a successful secondary school in Luton. This is an exciting opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about scientific discovery and wants to help students develop the knowledge, practical skills and analytical thinking required to succeed in Science.

The successful candidate will teach Science across the relevant key stages, delivering lessons that combine theoretical understanding with practical investigation. The school is looking for someone who can explain scientific principles clearly, encourage students to ask questions and demonstrate how scientific knowledge connects to everyday life, technology and the wider world.

The role will involve planning engaging lessons, preparing learning resources, assessing student understanding and adapting teaching to meet the needs of different learners. The successful teacher will be expected to promote scientific literacy, develop students' confidence with scientific terminology and support them in interpreting data, evaluating evidence and drawing reasoned conclusions.

Practical work is an important element of the Science curriculum. The successful applicant will help students develop their investigative skills while maintaining clear expectations around laboratory procedures, equipment use and health and safety. They will also work with colleagues to identify gaps in understanding, deliver appropriate intervention and support students preparing for formal assessments.

The school is happy to consider applications from experienced Science Teachers and ECTs. Suitably qualified overseas teachers with a recognised formal teaching qualification are also welcome to apply, subject to UK employment requirements.

School Information

Located in Luton, this mixed secondary school is committed to helping students achieve strong academic outcomes while developing the skills and confidence needed for future study and employment.

The Science department provides students with opportunities to explore scientific ideas through structured teaching, practical experimentation and the application of knowledge to real-world contexts. Colleagues work together to maintain a coherent curriculum, share resources and develop approaches that support students across different ability levels.

The school values effective teaching, positive relationships and high expectations. Teachers are encouraged to create inclusive classrooms where students feel confident contributing to discussions, asking questions and learning from mistakes.

Science is recognised as an important subject area, opening pathways into medicine, engineering, environmental science, technology and many other fields. The successful candidate will therefore play an important role in helping students appreciate the relevance of scientific learning and develop the confidence to pursue further opportunities.

This position offers a rewarding opportunity to join a professional staff team and contribute to the continued development of students' scientific knowledge and practical understanding.

Experience and Qualifications

• A qualified Science Teacher able to teach Science across the appropriate key stages.

• A formal teaching qualification with QTS, such as a PGCE or equivalent recognised qualification.

• A strong understanding of the Science curriculum, including Biology, Chemistry and Physics as appropriate to the role.

• The ability to plan engaging lessons that incorporate practical activities and scientific enquiry.

• An understanding of laboratory safety and the importance of safe practical teaching.

• The ability to assess student progress and adapt teaching to address misconceptions.

• Strong behaviour management, communication and organisational skills.

• A commitment to inclusion, safeguarding and continuous professional development.

• Legal eligibility to work in the UK.