Science Teacher – Excellent Opportunity In Wickford!

Marchant Recruitment; Wickford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is assisting a mixed secondary school in Wickford, Essex, to recruit a motivated Science Teacher for a January start. The role covers KS3 to KS4 across Biology, Chemistry and Physics with structured lesson planning and ongoing assessment.

You will monitor progress, provide targeted feedback, and help students prepare for GCSE-style questions. Collaboration with the Science department is essential for resource development and curriculum delivery.

Qualifications

• Science Teacher able to teach KS3 and KS4.
• QTS or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Strong understanding of the secondary Science curriculum.
• Ability to plan engaging lessons and adapt teaching to different abilities.
• Experience assessing progress and supporting examination preparation.
• Effective classroom management and communication skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and safe practical learning.
• Legal right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Deliver lessons across KS3 and KS4, supporting students in Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
• Plan structured lessons balancing explanation, practical investigation and independent work.
• Monitor pupil progress and tailor teaching to individual needs.
• Provide feedback to help students improve and develop GCSE-style exam skills.
• Support examination preparation by developing students' confidence with scientific terminology and data interpretation.
• Collaborate with the Science department to develop resources and review curriculum delivery.

Skills

Lesson planning

Classroom management

Assessment & feedback

Curriculum knowledge

Communication skills

Safeguarding

Right to work in UK

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

• Science Teacher required for a January start.

• Mixed secondary school in Wickford, Essex.

• Join a committed teaching team and help students achieve their potential in Science.

Our client is looking to appoint a motivated and student-focused Science Teacher to join a mixed secondary school in Wickford from January. This position would suit a teacher who enjoys making scientific concepts understandable, encouraging pupils to explore new ideas and helping young people develop the confidence to succeed in Science.

The successful applicant will deliver lessons across KS3 and KS4, supporting students as they develop their understanding of Biology, Chemistry and Physics. You will plan structured lessons that balance explanation, practical investigation and independent work, ensuring that pupils have regular opportunities to apply their knowledge and develop scientific reasoning.

A key responsibility will be to monitor pupil progress and ensure that teaching responds to students' individual needs. Through questioning, classwork, practical tasks and formal assessments, you will identify gaps in understanding and provide feedback that helps students improve. You will also support examination preparation by developing students' confidence with scientific terminology, data interpretation and GCSE-style questions.

The school is seeking a teacher who can maintain positive behaviour, establish clear classroom expectations and create an environment in which pupils are encouraged to participate. You will work alongside departmental colleagues to develop resources, review curriculum delivery and support the wider aims of the school.

Applications are welcome from experienced teachers, ECTs and appropriately qualified international candidates who meet the necessary professional requirements.

School Information:

This mixed secondary school in Wickford is committed to providing students with a supportive and challenging education. The school seeks to promote high standards of teaching, positive attitudes to learning and an environment where pupils can develop both academically and personally.

The Science department aims to foster curiosity and a sound understanding of scientific principles, helping students appreciate the relevance of Science to everyday life and future career opportunities. Colleagues are encouraged to collaborate, share teaching strategies and use assessment to improve student outcomes.

The successful applicant will join a team that values commitment, professionalism and the contribution that effective classroom teaching makes to student achievement.

Experience and Qualifications

• Science Teacher able to teach Science at KS3 and KS4.

• QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.

• Strong understanding of the secondary Science curriculum.

• Ability to plan engaging lessons and adapt teaching to different abilities.

• Experience assessing progress and supporting examination preparation.

• Effective classroom management and communication skills.

• Commitment to safeguarding and safe practical learning.

• Legal right to work in the UK.