Secondary Science Teacher Full Time - Merton

Aspire People; Greater London; On-site; GBP 36,900 - 48,892; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People are helping a leading co-educational secondary school in Merton recruit a passionate Secondary Science Teacher to cover Key Stage 3 and 4. The role is full-time from September 2026, with a daily rate of £200–£265 depending on experience and qualifications.

The successful candidate will deliver engaging lessons, foster an inclusive learning environment and contribute to STEM activities. You should hold QTS or equivalent, have experience teaching Science in a secondary setting and be

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience teaching Science within a secondary school setting.
• Experience delivering GCSE Science and preparing pupils for public examinations.
• Comfortable supervising and delivering practical laboratory investigations.
• Excellent classroom management and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Science lessons across Key Stage 3 and 4.
• Teach Biology, Chemistry and/or Physics in line with the national curriculum and GCSE specifications.
• Deliver and supervise practical investigations with the support of a dedicated lab technician.
• Maintain a positive, safe and inclusive classroom environment that supports learning.
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies and procedures.
• Adapt teaching approaches to meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Assess, monitor and provide feedback on pupil progress.
• Contribute to STEM clubs and science enrichment activities.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and leadership teams.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Organisational skills

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Secondary Science Teacher – Merton

Full‑time position starting September2026. Location: Merton. Salary: £200‑£265 per day, dependent on experience.

We are delighted to announce an exciting opportunity for a passionate and committed Science Teacher to join an outstanding co‑educational secondary school in Merton. This is a school with a strong commitment to inclusion, academic excellence and personal development of every pupil, where teachers are genuinely valued, supported by a dedicated and approachable leadership team and empowered to do their best work.

About the Role

As a Secondary Science Teacher you will deliver engaging and well‑structured lessons across Key Stage3 and Key Stage4, ensuring pupils remain motivated and supported in their learning journey. You will be responsible for maintaining high standards of teaching and learning while fostering a positive, structured and inclusive classroom environment.

You will demonstrate strong subject knowledge across Biology, Chemistry and/or Physics, creativity and effective classroom management skills, supporting pupils in developing their scientific knowledge, practical skills and analytical thinking in line with the national curriculum. There will also be opportunities to contribute to STEM clubs and science enrichment activities, extending pupil engagement beyond the classroom.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Science lessons across Key Stage3 and Key Stage4.
• Teach Biology, Chemistry and/or Physics in line with the national curriculum and GCSE specifications.
• Deliver and supervise practical investigations with the support of a dedicated lab technician.
• Maintain a positive, safe and inclusive classroom environment that supports learning.
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies and procedures.
• Adapt teaching approaches to meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Assess, monitor and provide feedback on pupil progress.
• Contribute to STEM clubs and science enrichment activities where possible.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and leadership teams.
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety and school‑specific policies at all times.

About You

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience teaching Science within a secondary school setting.
• Strong subject knowledge across Biology, Chemistry and/or Physics.
• Experience delivering GCSE Science and preparing pupils for public examinations.
• Comfortable supervising and delivering practical laboratory investigations.
• Excellent classroom management and organisational skills.
• Adaptable, flexible and confident working in a new environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil well‑being.
• ECTs are warmly encouraged to apply and will receive full mentoring and induction support.

The role will begin at the start of the upcoming school year, with the potential to extend for the right candidate.

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expect every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject to appropriate child protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.