Science Teacher – Take The Next Step At A Respected Colchester School!

Marchant Recruitment; Colchester; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

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Dedicated professional development

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking an ambitious Science Teacher to join a Colchester secondary school from January. You will deliver high-quality lessons across Biology, Chemistry and Physics for KS3/KS4, creating engaging experiences and supporting pupil progression.

The role emphasizes clear routines, positive behaviour, and accurate assessment to identify where additional support is needed. You will collaborate with colleagues to plan lessons, prepare practicals, and contribute to GCSE

Qualifications

• Degree in Science or a relevant subject and eligible to work in the UK.
• QTS, PGCE or recognised teaching qualification.
• Proven ability to teach Science at KS3 and KS4.

Responsibilities

• Teach Science across KS3 and KS4 delivering Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
• Plan engaging, differentiated lessons with practical and investigative activities.
• Assess pupil progress and provide constructive feedback to guide improvement.
• Contribute to the Science department’s planning and GCSE preparation.

Skills

KS3/KS4 teaching

Lesson planning & differentiation

Classroom management

Engaging delivery through practicals

Education

Degree in Science or a relevant subject

QTS / PGCE or equivalent

Job description

• Science Teacher required for a January start

• Established secondary school in Colchester

• Teaching opportunity across KS3 and KS4

• Join a collaborative Science department focused on achievement and engagement

• Suitable for experienced practitioners and ECTs with a passion for Science

Our client is looking to recruit an ambitious and dedicated Science Teacher to join a secondary school in Colchester from January. This vacancy presents an excellent opportunity for a teacher who wants to deliver high-quality Science lessons, support pupils in developing essential scientific knowledge and contribute to a department that values progress, curiosity and independent thinking.

The successful candidate will teach Science across Key Stages 3 and 4, ensuring that pupils receive a balanced and engaging education in Biology, Chemistry and Physics, in line with their subject expertise and the school's curriculum requirements. They will plan lessons that develop pupils' understanding progressively, using demonstrations, practical investigations, scientific questioning and real-world examples to bring the curriculum to life.

The school is keen to appoint someone who understands the importance of establishing clear routines, maintaining positive behaviour and creating a classroom atmosphere in which pupils feel confident asking questions and learning from mistakes. The successful teacher will assess pupil understanding regularly, provide constructive feedback and use assessment information to identify where further explanation, intervention or extension activities may be needed.

In addition to classroom teaching, the successful applicant will contribute to the wider work of the Science department. This may include collaborative lesson planning, preparation for practical work, moderation of assessments, examination preparation and sharing strategies that help improve pupil engagement. The school values teachers who are reflective, open to new ideas and willing to work with colleagues to develop their practice.

School Information:

Based in Colchester, the school offers the opportunity to work with pupils at an important stage of their academic development. The Science department aims to develop confident learners who can apply their knowledge, interpret evidence and understand the role that scientific thinking plays in everyday life.

The successful candidate will join a team that recognises the value of consistent teaching, well-planned practical experiences and carefully targeted support. There will be opportunities to contribute to curriculum delivery, help pupils prepare for their GCSEs and support those who need additional guidance to achieve their potential.

This is an attractive opportunity for a teacher seeking a fresh professional challenge in a school where subject knowledge, classroom practice and pupil development are central to the role.

Experience and Qualifications

• Degree in Science or a relevant subject.

• QTS, PGCE or equivalent recognised teaching qualification.

• Ability to teach Science at KS3 and KS4.

• Strong knowledge of the secondary Science curriculum and assessment requirements.

• Effective lesson planning, differentiation and classroom management.

• Ability to deliver engaging lessons, including practical and investigative activities.

• Commitment to pupil progress, safeguarding and professional development.

• Legal right to work in the UK.