Science Teacher – Secondary School – Woking, Surrey

Marchant Recruitment; Woking; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a Science Teacher for a secondary school in Woking, Surrey. The role is full-time and permanent with an immediate start, and the salary is on the MPS1–UPS3 pay scale. You will deliver Science across KS3 and KS4, covering Biology, Chemistry and Physics, and contribute to a well-structured curriculum.

You will plan engaging lessons, manage practical activities safely, assess progress and support students of varying abilities within a supportive department.

Qualifications

• Hold QTS or be eligible for Early Career Teacher status.
• Degree or strong subject knowledge in a scientific discipline.
• Confident teaching Science at secondary level, particularly KS3 and KS4.
• Effective classroom management and planning skills.
• Ability to assess learning and use feedback to improve outcomes.
• Experience delivering or supervising practical science activities safely.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Science lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Teach Biology, Chemistry and Physics per curriculum.
• Plan lessons balancing theory and practical work.
• Develop students' scientific vocabulary and numeracy.
• Prepare students for GCSE Science assessments.
• Maintain safe and purposeful lab environments.
• Collaborate with colleagues to review schemes of work.
• Contribute to departmental meetings and school activities.

Skills

QTS or eligible

KS3/KS4 teaching

Classroom management

Lesson planning

Assessment feedback

Practical science supervision

Education

QTS or eligible Early Career Teacher

Job description

Science Teacher – Secondary School – Woking, Surrey

Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: MPS1 – UPS3, paid to scale

A secondary school in Woking, Surrey, is looking to appoint a motivated Science Teacher to join its science department. The school is seeking a teacher who can bring scientific concepts to life, encourage curiosity and help students develop the knowledge and practical skills needed to succeed throughout their secondary education.

This position would suit a passionate practitioner who enjoys making science accessible and engaging for learners of different abilities. The successful candidate will work with colleagues to deliver a well-structured curriculum and promote a positive attitude towards Biology, Chemistry and Physics.

• Science Teacher Role

• Teaching Science across Key Stages 3 and 4

• Delivering Biology, Chemistry and Physics topics in line with the curriculum

• Location: Woking, Surrey

• Salary: MPS1 – UPS3, paid to scale

• Full-time, permanent position

• Immediate start available

Science Teacher – Role and Responsibilities

As a Science Teacher, you will plan and deliver lessons that help students understand scientific principles and apply their knowledge to practical and theoretical problems. You will encourage learners to ask questions, investigate evidence and develop the analytical skills required for further study.

The role will involve teaching a range of scientific topics, using demonstrations, experiments and other learning activities to reinforce understanding. You will be expected to maintain a safe and purposeful classroom environment, particularly during practical work.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering engaging Science lessons across KS3 and KS4.

• Teaching Biology, Chemistry and Physics in accordance with the school curriculum and your subject specialism.

• Planning lessons that balance theoretical knowledge with practical investigation.

• Developing students' scientific vocabulary, numeracy and analytical reasoning.

• Preparing students for GCSE Science assessments and examinations.

• Ensuring practical activities are appropriately planned and carried out safely.

• Assessing students' work and providing feedback that supports progress.

• Identifying misconceptions and adapting lessons to address areas of difficulty.

• Supporting students with additional learning needs while extending higher-attaining pupils.

• Maintaining high standards of behaviour, engagement and classroom organisation.

• Working collaboratively with colleagues to review schemes of work and share resources.

• Contributing to departmental meetings and wider school activities.

Science Teacher – School Information

Located in Woking, Surrey, the school serves students from the local area and aims to provide a positive learning environment in which young people can develop academically and personally.

The science department is looking for a teacher who can contribute to a culture of curiosity, participation and achievement. The successful applicant will help students see how science connects to everyday life, future careers and developments in the wider world.

You will have the opportunity to work with colleagues who share responsibility for curriculum delivery, assessment and the ongoing development of students' scientific understanding.

Science Teacher – Experience and Qualifications

The successful candidate should:

• Hold QTS or be an eligible Early Career Teacher.

• Have a relevant degree or strong subject knowledge in a scientific discipline.

• Be confident teaching Science at secondary level, particularly KS3 and KS4.

• Demonstrate effective classroom management and lesson-planning skills.

• Understand how to assess learning and use feedback to improve outcomes.

• Be confident delivering or supervising practical scientific activities safely.

• Have a positive, flexible approach and a commitment to student progress.

Salary

The position is paid on the MPS1–UPS3 scale, depending on experience and qualifications.