Science Teacher (Biology Specialism)

Long Term Futures Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An education recruitment agency is seeking a full-time Science Teacher (Biology Specialism) for a maternity cover position starting at the end of November 2025 until July 2026. The role involves teaching Biology and General Science across KS3, KS4, and KS5. Ideal candidates will have Qualified Teacher Status and strong behaviour management skills. Competitive daily rates are offered, with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Ongoing CPD

Supportive Science Department

OFSTED Rated Good School

Qualifications

• Teaching Biology and General Science across KS3, KS4, and KS5.
• Experience as a qualified teacher or ECT.
• Commitment to high standards of teaching.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Biology lessons.
• Teach General Science as part of the curriculum.
• Assess and track pupil progress per school policies.
• Maintain classroom management and a positive environment.
• Collaborate with colleagues to raise standards.

Skills

Teaching Biology

Strong behaviour management

Inspiring and motivating students

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Overview

Science Teacher (Biology Specialism)
Location: Long Eaton, Derbyshire/Nottinghamshire (NG10)
Daily Rate: 185 - 250 per day (Paid to teacher scale)
Contract Type: Full-time, Long-term Maternity Cover
Start Date: End of November 2025 - Until July 2026

Benefits

OFSTED Rated Good School; Supportive Science Department; Ongoing CPD

The Role

Long Term Futures are working in collaboration with a secondary school in the Long Eaton area (NG10) to appoint a full-time Science Teacher (Biology Specialism) for a maternity cover position. The role will begin at the end of November and continue until at least the end of the academic year.

This position requires teaching Biology as your specialism, alongside General Science across KS3, KS4 and KS5.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging and challenging lessons in Biology.
• Teach General Science as part of the wider Science curriculum.
• Plan, assess and track pupil progress in line with school policies.
• Maintain excellent classroom management and promote a positive learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to raise standards across the Science faculty.
• Teach across KS3, KS4 and KS5.

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - ECTs welcome to apply.
• Experience teaching Biology as a specialism, with the ability to teach General Science.
• Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to inspire and motivate students.
• Commitment to delivering high standards of teaching and learning.

Apply Now

If you are a Science Teacher who can deliver across KS3-KS5, we'd love to hear from you. Submit your CV today and Millie at Long Term Futures will be in touch to arrange the next steps.