Secondary Science Teacher

Randstad Education; Wednesbury; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Education is seeking qualified science teachers to support a network of secondary schools. You will deliver KS3/KS4 lessons in Biology or Physics and foster practical, enquiry-based learning.

Roles are available full-time or part-time, term-time only, with daily pay of £140–£233 and weekly pay. DBS checks and safeguarding commitment are essential.

A QTS or equivalent qualification and a science-related degree are required.

Qualifications

• Hold QTS or equivalent (ECTs encouraged)
• Science-related degree (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Combined Science)
• Engaging communicator with teenagers
• Enhanced DBS on update service (or willingness to apply) and safeguarding commitment

Responsibilities

• Expert lesson delivery across KS3/KS4 with engaging demonstrations and theory-based lessons
• Support GCSE/A-Level preparation with practicals, data analysis and applied science
• Maintain a disciplined, safe classroom and lab environment
• Differentiate complex concepts for SEND/EAL to ensure accessibility of big ideas

Skills

QTS

Engaging communicator

DBS check

SEND/EAL differentiation

Education

Science-related degree

Job description

Secondary Science Teacher | Subject Specialist | Local Secondary Schools

Position: Full-Time or Part-Time, Flexible (Term Time Only)

Salary: £140 - £233 per day (Weekly Pay - dependent on experience)

Start Date: Immediate / Next Term

Are you a scientific thinker with a knack for making the invisible world visible? Join our secondary network as a Science Teacher and inspire students to explore the laws of nature, the building blocks of life, and the reactions that power our world.

Experiment with Your Career: Impact Without the Admin

We are seeking Qualified Science Teachers (QTS/ECTs) to provide specialist cover across a variety of secondary settings. Whether your passion lies in Biology, Chemistry, or Physics, this role allows you to focus on the "lab work" of teaching-delivering high-impact lessons-without the burden of departmental data tracking or weekend marking.

• Core Curriculum Mastery: Lead lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, covering everything from cellular biology and atomic structure to forces, energy, and chemical reactions.
• Professional Freedom: Experience different school laboratories and departmental cultures, keeping your teaching practice fresh while building a diverse professional network.
• Work-Life Balance: Reclaim your evenings! Deliver high-energy, practical-led lessons during the day and leave the planning and parent evenings to the permanent staff.
• Weekly Pay: Competitive daily rates of £140 - £233, paid every Friday via Randstad.

Your Role as a Science Lead

As a Secondary Science Teacher, you are responsible for developing student's analytical skills and their ability to investigate the world through the scientific method.

• Expert Lesson Delivery: Facilitate engaging demonstrations and theory-based lessons, encouraging students to think critically about evidence, variables, and global scientific challenges.
• GCSE & A-Level Focus: Support examination cohorts with targeted preparation, focusing on required practicals, data analysis, and the application of scientific mathematical skills.
• Classroom & Lab Safety: Maintain a disciplined and safe learning environment, ensuring all students follow laboratory protocols while engaging in curiosity-driven learning.
• Adaptive Support: Differentiate complex concepts on the fly to support students with SEND or EAL, ensuring that the "Big Ideas" of science are accessible to every learner.

Essential Requirements

We are looking for articulate and passionate specialists who can spark a "eureka moment" in the classroom. You are an ideal fit if you:

• Hold QTS: You have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification (ECTs are highly encouraged to apply).
• Are a Science Specialist: You have a degree in a Science-related field (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Combined Science), with a solid grasp of the KS3/KS4 National Curriculum.
• Are an Engaging Communicator: You can build rapport with teenagers quickly and use your passion for discovery to spark their interest in STEM.
• Are Committed: You hold an enhanced DBS on the update service (or are willing to apply) and are 100% dedicated to Safeguarding.