Secondary Science Teacher

Teaching Personnel; Caerleon; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full-time role

Permanent contract potential

CPD opportunities

Support from consultant

Professional development

Job summary

Teaching Personnel in Newport is seeking a dedicated Secondary Science Teacher to start 2nd September 2026 on a full-time maternity cover for the academic year. The role covers KS3 science with potential KS4 delivery and offers a competitive daily rate of £172.98.

The successful candidate will hold QTS or be an Early Career Teacher, bring a biology, chemistry or physics specialism, strong classroom management and a good knowledge of the Welsh curriculum; notice period can be accommodated.

Qualifications

• QTS or an Early Career Teacher (ECT).
• Experience teaching Science within a secondary school.
• Specialism in Biology, Chemistry or Physics.
• Confidence delivering KS3 General Science.
• Excellent classroom management.
• Knowledge of the Welsh secondary curriculum.
• Passion for helping young people reach their potential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Science lessons across Key Stage 3; and your specialist subject at Key Stage 4 where appropriate.
• Inspire pupils aged 11-16 to develop confidence and enthusiasm for Science.
• Support targeted intervention groups, helping students who require additional academic support.
• Adapt your teaching style to meet the needs of learners with varying abilities.
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour and classroom engagement.
• Work collaboratively with the Science department.

Skills

QTS/ECT

Classroom management

Welsh curriculum

Pupil development

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Science Teacher Jobs in Newport | Secondary School | September 2nd Start | £172.98+ Per Day

Science Teacher - Secondary School

Location: Newport, South Wales

Start Date: 2nd September 2026

Pay: From £172.98 per day

Contract: Full-Time | Maternity Cover (Full Academic Year)

Suitable for: ECTs (Early Career Teachers) & Experienced Teachers

Secondary Science Teacher Required - Newport

Teaching Personnel is recruiting a dedicated and enthusiastic Secondary Science Teacher to join a welcoming secondary school in Newport from 2nd September 2026.

This is a full-time maternity cover position for the full academic year, with the exciting possibility of securing a permanent teaching contract should you impress during your placement.

The school welcomes applications from Biology Teachers, Chemistry Teachers and Physics Teachers, provided you are confident delivering Key Stage 3 (KS3) General Science. If you have a notice period to work, the school is happy to accommodate the right candidate.

The Role

As a Science Teacher, you will:

• Deliver engaging Science lessons across Key Stage 3 and your specialist subject at Key Stage 4 where appropriate.
• Inspire pupils aged 11-16 to develop confidence and enthusiasm for Science.
• Support targeted intervention groups, helping students who require additional academic support.
• Adapt your teaching style to meet the needs of learners with varying abilities.
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour and classroom engagement.
• Work collaboratively with an experienced and supportive Science department.

Candidate Requirements

To be successful, you will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or be an Early Career Teacher (ECT).
• Previous experience teaching Science within a secondary school (placements considered for ECTs).
• A specialism in Biology, Chemistry or Physics.
• Confidence teaching KS3 General Science.
• Excellent classroom management skills.
• Strong knowledge of the Welsh secondary Science curriculum.
• A genuine passion for helping young people achieve their potential.

What We Offer

• Competitive daily pay from £172.98
• Full-time work for the entire academic year.
• Opportunity to secure a permanent school contract following the maternity cover.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Teaching Personnel consultant.
• Access to professional development and CPD opportunities.
• Flexible notice period for the right candidate.

Important Information

To work through Teaching Personnel, applicants must:

• Be registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) (or be willing to register).
• Hold an Enhanced DBS Certificate registered on the Update Service, or be willing to obtain one.
• Full guidance and support will be provided throughout the registration process.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

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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