Science Teacher - Small School

EdEx - Education Recruitment; Slough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Good work-life balance

Support for newly qualified teachers

Onsite parking

Job summary

EdEx - Education Recruitment is seeking a Science Teacher for an Outstanding Secondary School in Slough, starting in September 2026. The role is full-time and permanent, offering opportunities for TLR roles and support for newly qualified teachers. Candidates should have UK QTS or be working towards it, along with strong academic records.

The school is known for its supportive staff, good work-life balance, and modern teaching facilities, making it a great place to work.

Qualifications

• Must have UK QTS or be in the process of gaining.
• Strong academics across the board - Degree, A Levels and GCSEs.
• Must meet the 8 Teaching Standards to a 'Good or Outstanding' level.

Responsibilities

• Inspiring and motivating the younger generation.
• Working alongside a team of fantastic Science Teachers.
• Opportunities for TLR roles such as KS3 Coordinator.

Skills

Ability to inspire and motivate students

Ability to work in a team

Willingness to receive feedback

Education

UK QTS or in the process of gaining

Strong academics across Degree, A Levels, GCSEs

Job description

In Slough an 'Outstanding' Secondary School are on the hunt for a Science Teacher for a September 2026 start. This is a permanent, and full-time contract.

The Head Teacher is looking for an ambitious Science Teacher who is keen to add value to an expanding Science Department. The school is renowned for their supportive SLT, and impressive Progress 8 results across all subjects.

Why would you want to work at this remarkable School?

• Head Teacher is a natural leader, works with staff, not against them.
• When she left her previous School, the following year - 66% of staff left.
• Feeder School for two high achieving Sixth Forms
• KS3-5
• No "death by PP" (Good questioning & modeling is a must)
• Abundance of additional support for pupils (to benefit staff)
• Good work life balance!
• Modern marking policy (you don't take any work home)
• Can leave work at 3:30pm!

Experienced Science Teachers can take on a TLR such as KS3 Coordinator, Pastoral Responsibility and more. Newly Qualified Science Teachers (NQT) will be enrolled onto the schools very own bespoke ECT induction, as well as work alongside a range of young & experienced Science Teachers.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Science Teacher / Science ECT
• Inspiring and motivating the younger generation
• Working alongside a team of fantastic Science Teachers
• TLR Opportunities: KS3 Coordinator and Pastoral Responsibilities
• ECTs welcome: 1:1 Mentor, bespoke ECT induction, In & out of house training and more
• September 2026 start - Full Time & Permanent

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• Must have UK QTS or be in the process of gaining
• Strong academics across the board - Degree, A Levels and GCSEs
• Must be meeting the 8 Teaching Standards to a 'Good or Outstanding' level
• You must be able to work as part of a large team of Science Teachers
• Must be willing to listen to feedback

SCHOOL DETAILS

• Graded 'Outstanding' in latest Ofsted report
• Impressive Progress 8 results
• Modern & creative facilities throughout
• Impeccable behavior throughout the School
• Plenty of additional support in class from graduate Teaching Assistants
• Carpark onsite