Science Teacher Required – Join An Ambitious And Supportive School In Cambridge!

Marchant Recruitment; Cambourne; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a committed Science Teacher for a mixed secondary school near Cambridge. The successful candidate will inspire students with engaging lessons, building confidence in Biology, Chemistry and Physics while encouraging independent enquiry.

You will plan, deliver and assess lessons, maintain strong classroom management, and work with colleagues to raise attainment. Applications from experienced teachers and ECTs are welcome, including overseas-qualified teachers

Qualifications

• Formally qualified teacher with QTS (e.g., PGCE or equivalent).
• Ability to teach across key stages in Science.
• Strong subject knowledge in Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
• Experience using formative and summative assessment to track progress.
• Commitment to laboratory safety and responsible practical work.
• Effective classroom management and support for varied learning needs.
• Collaborative approach to department planning and professional development.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Plan lessons and deliver engaging Science lessons across key stages.
• Provide marking and feedback and monitor student progress.
• Adapt teaching to meet diverse learner needs and promote scientific thinking.
• Collaborate with department colleagues and share resources to raise attainment.
• Support students in internal assessments and external examinations.

Skills

QTS

PGCE

Classroom management

Assessment experience

Collaborative planning

UK work eligibility

Science knowledge across disciplines

Education

PGCE or equivalent with QTS

Tools

Laboratory safety

Job description

• Science Teacher sought for a successful secondary school in Cambridge

• Opportunity to join a collaborative department with a strong focus on scientific understanding

• Teach engaging Science lessons and help students prepare for future academic opportunities

About the Role

Our client is looking to recruit a committed and knowledgeable Science Teacher to join a mixed secondary school in Cambridge. The school is seeking an individual who can inspire students through engaging lessons, build confidence in scientific concepts and promote a genuine interest in how the world works.

The successful Science Teacher will deliver lessons across the relevant key stages, ensuring that students develop secure knowledge in Biology, Chemistry and Physics where required. They will be expected to make challenging concepts accessible through clear explanations, practical demonstrations, carefully structured activities and opportunities for independent investigation.

The department is keen to appoint a teacher who understands the importance of developing scientific thinking alongside subject knowledge. Students should be encouraged to interpret information, evaluate evidence, identify patterns and communicate scientific ideas accurately. The successful candidate will help learners develop these skills while preparing them for internal assessments and external examinations.

Responsibilities will include lesson planning, marking and feedback, monitoring progress and adapting teaching to meet students' needs. The successful teacher will work closely with departmental colleagues to review attainment, share resources and implement strategies that improve engagement and achievement.

The school welcomes applications from experienced teachers and ECTs who are keen to develop their practice in a supportive environment. Overseas candidates with an appropriate formal teaching qualification are also encouraged to apply, provided they meet the relevant requirements for working in the UK.

School Information

The school is based in Cambridge, an area with a strong association with education, research and scientific innovation. It aims to provide students with a broad and ambitious education that equips them with the knowledge and skills needed to progress confidently into further study, training or employment.

The Science department seeks to create an environment in which students can explore ideas, develop practical competencies and understand the importance of evidence-based thinking. Staff are encouraged to collaborate on curriculum planning, share effective teaching strategies and maintain high expectations for all learners.

The school places importance on positive behaviour, strong teacher-student relationships and consistent approaches to teaching and learning. Students are supported to become independent learners who can take responsibility for their progress while receiving appropriate guidance from their teachers.

For the successful applicant, this role offers the chance to join a school that recognises the value of scientific education and seeks to develop students' curiosity, resilience and academic ambition.

Experience and Qualifications

• A Science Teacher with the ability to teach across the appropriate key stages.

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

• Strong subject knowledge across the relevant Science disciplines.

• The ability to deliver well-planned lessons that combine theory, practical work and scientific enquiry.

• Experience using formative and summative assessment to support progress.

• A commitment to maintaining laboratory safety and promoting responsible practical work.

• Effective classroom management and the ability to support students with different learning needs.

• A collaborative approach to departmental planning and professional development.

• Legal eligibility to work in the UK.