Science Teacher | Secondary Academy & Sixth Form | Birmingham

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

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic Science Teacher to deliver biology, chemistry and physics to Key Stage 3 and 4 in a vibrant Birmingham secondary academy. The role may include occasional Key Stage 5 A-Level delivery depending on subject discipline and school needs.

You will foster scientific curiosity, build essential practical skills, and drive progress in GCSE Combined and Separate Sciences while supporting pastoral duties within a supportive faculty.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Qualified Teacher/Learnings Status (QTLS) with a degree in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or a closely related science discipline.
• Experience teaching Science across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 within a UK mainstream secondary school or academy.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging science lessons across KS3/KS4 (GCSE Combined and Separate Sciences).
• Conduct safe practical experiments, manage storage and lab equipment to CLEAPSS guidelines.
• Assess progress, provide targeted interventions to reach target grades.
• Lead or contribute to STEM extracurricular activities and university outreach.
• Fulfill pastoral duties as Form Tutor and support pupil wellbeing.

Skills

Subject expertise

Classroom management

Communication

Differentiation

Education

QTS or QTLS

Biology/Chemistry/Physics degree

Tools

CLEAPSS guidelines

Lab equipment handling

Job description

We are seeking an enthusiastic, articulate, and dedicated Science Teacher to deliver dynamic biology, chemistry, and physics instruction across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (with potential Key Stage 5 A-Level delivery depending on specialist discipline). Working within an established Science faculty, the successful candidate will foster scientific curiosity, build core practical laboratory skills, and prepare pupils of all attainment levels to achieve outstanding progress in GCSE Combined and Separate Sciences.

THE SCHOOL

Set on a modern campus featuring purpose-built science laboratories, interactive demonstration suites, and dedicated prep room support, this vibrant secondary academy supports over 1,200 pupils aged 11–18 in Birmingham. Known for its welcoming community, inclusive values, and strong academic progress, the school provides a highly supportive teaching environment. The Science department operates as a hub of practical inquiry, running extracurricular STEM clubs, national science week events, and collaborative links with local engineering and university partners.

KEY TASKS & DAILY OPERATIONS

Curriculum Delivery: Plan and deliver engaging, practical-led science lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 (AQA GCSE Combined Science and Separate Sciences), embedding core scientific principles, experimental design, and data analysis.

Laboratory & Practical Management: Execute practical experiments safely, managing chemical storage, lab apparatus, and specialized equipment in strict compliance with CLEAPSS and school health and safety guidelines.

Assessment & Targeted Progress: Conduct regular diagnostic assessments, evaluate required practical work, and implement targeted academic interventions to ensure all pupils achieve or exceed their target grades.

STEM & Co-Curricular Engagement: Contribute to extracurricular STEM initiatives, including after-school science clubs, regional STEM challenges, and university outreach programs.

Pastoral Responsibilities: Act as a dedicated Form Tutor, supporting pupils' personal wellbeing, attendance tracking, and character development within the school's supportive pastoral framework.

PROFILE REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or QTLS with a degree in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or a closely related scientific discipline. Confident Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and experienced secondary practitioners are equally encouraged to apply.

Experience: Proven experience teaching Science across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 within a UK mainstream secondary school or academy environment.

Skills: Strong subject knowledge across general sciences, excellent laboratory safety management, clear explanation capabilities, and the ability to make complex abstract principles accessible and engaging to young learners.

REGIONAL CONTEXT

Local Area & Community: Located in Britain's second city, the school serves a dynamic and diverse community. Birmingham offers world-class cultural amenities, major commercial districts like Grand Central and the Bullring, academic hubs, and expansive green spaces like Cannon Hill Park and Sutton Park.

Transport & Commuting: Birmingham boasts premier transport connectivity, positioned at the heart of the national motorway network via the M5, M6, and M42 corridors. Public transit is comprehensive, featuring National Express West Midlands bus routes, West Midlands Metro tram connections, and quick rail access through major hubs including Birmingham New Street, Moor Street, and Snow Hill stations.

Science Teacher | Secondary Academy & Sixth Form | Birmingham Birmingham, England, United Kingdom