Science Teacher (SEN)

Teaching Personnel; Rugby; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent specialist school in Rugby seeks a passionate Teacher of Science for a full-time, permanent position starting September 2025. Ideal candidates will hold QTS and possess skills in adapting lessons for diverse learners while engaging and inspiring students with SEMH needs. The role offers supportive leadership, small class sizes, and continuous professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Supportive leadership

Regular CPD opportunities

Small teaching groups

Access to specialist support staff

Purposeful working environment

Qualifications

• Experience teaching general Science at Key Stage 3 and 4 is essential.
• Understanding of SEMH needs or an interest in specialist education is required.
• Ability to adapt lessons to meet diverse needs of learners.

Responsibilities

• Deliver an adapted Science curriculum catering to the needs of students.
• Engage students and foster curiosity in a supportive environment.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for whole-school development.

Skills

Adaptability

Confidence in engaging students

Collaboration

Understanding of SEMH needs

Creativity

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Location: Rugby, Warwickshire
Salary: £31,650 – £49,084 (MPS/UPS)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2025

An independent specialist school in Rugby is looking to appoint a skilled and enthusiastic Teacher of Science for a full-time, permanent position starting in September 2025. The school caters to young people aged 6–19 with SEMH needs and associated barriers to learning, offering a personalised, supportive, and therapeutic approach to education.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Science specialist to teach in a smaller setting where relationships, flexibility, and creativity are key. You will deliver a Science curriculum adapted to suit the needs of learners, many of whom may have gaps in prior education. The ability to engage students, foster curiosity, and build confidence is essential.

The school offers:

• Supportive leadership and clear values around inclusion and wellbeing

• Small teaching groups and access to specialist support staff

• A purposeful working environment where every lesson has impact

• Regular CPD and pathways into SEN specialism

• A strong sense of team and shared vision

The ideal candidate will:

• Hold QTS and have experience teaching general Science at Key Stage 3 and 4

• Be confident adapting lessons to meet the diverse needs of learners

• Have an understanding of SEMH or a genuine interest in specialist education

• Be resilient, patient, and committed to securing positive outcomes for pupils

• Work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, contributing to whole-school development

Whether you come from a mainstream or SEN background, if you are passionate about inclusive education and making a real difference, we’d like to hear from you.

To apply, please submit a copy of your CV. A member of the PWR team will be in touch to discuss the role and next steps in more detail.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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