Unqualified Science Teacher

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Wellingborough; Presencial; GBP 18 000 - 30 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

CPD access

Progression to teacher training

Resumo da oferta

Tradewind Recruitment is working with a supportive secondary school in Wellingborough to appoint an enthusiastic Unqualified Science Teacher from November 2026. You will deliver pre-planned science lessons across KS3 and KS4 and support students in Biology, Chemistry and Physics.

The role offers permanent appointment with long-term or fixed-term supply options, a daily rate of £100-£165 depending on experience, and access to CPD through The National College.

Qualificações

• Strong subject knowledge in Science with a relevant degree or qualification.
• Experience tutoring, mentoring, coaching, or working with children/young people is advantageous.
• Clear communication with secondary-aged students and classroom management.

Responsabilidades

• Deliver well-structured, pre-planned Science lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Support teaching across Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
• Follow departmental schemes of work and use existing resources effectively.
• Create a positive, calm classroom environment and manage behaviour consistently.
• Monitor progress and provide targeted support as needed.
• Collaborate with qualified teachers and the Science department.
• Contribute to revision sessions, practical activities and enrichment opportunities.
• Engage with CPD and professional development opportunities.

Conhecimentos

Science knowledge

Student engagement

Behaviour management

Formação académica

Science degree or equivalent

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Unqualified Science Teacher - Wellingborough

Location: Wellingborough, Northamptonshire

Start Date: November 2026

Contract: Full-Time | Permanent Preferred | Long-Term or Fixed-Term Supply Considered

Salary: £100-£165 per day, dependent on experience

Are you a Science graduate, aspiring teacher, or education professional looking to take the next step towards a career in teaching?

Do you have strong Science knowledge and the confidence to engage secondary school students across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics?

Tradewind Recruitment is working with a supportive secondary school in Wellingborough that is looking to appoint an enthusiastic Unqualified Science Teacher from November 2026.

The school would ideally like to appoint on a permanent basis, although long-term and fixed-term supply options will also be considered. This is an excellent opportunity for a Science graduate, Cover Supervisor, Teaching Assistant, tutor, instructor, or aspiring teacher looking to gain valuable classroom experience.

The Role

As an Unqualified Science Teacher, you will work closely with the Science department to deliver engaging lessons and support students across KS3 and KS4.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Deliver well-structured, pre-planned Science lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Support teaching across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
• Follow departmental schemes of work and utilise existing lesson resources effectively.
• Create a positive, calm, and purposeful classroom environment.
• Adapt explanations and activities to support students with different abilities and learning needs.
• Encourage students to ask questions, participate actively, and develop their scientific understanding.
• Establish clear expectations around behaviour, effort, and achievement.
• Monitor student progress and provide appropriate support where required.
• Work collaboratively with qualified teachers and members of the wider Science department.
• Assist with revision sessions, intervention programmes, practical activities, and enrichment opportunities.
• Contribute positively to the wider school community.
• Take advantage of CPD and professional development opportunities to develop your classroom practice.

About You

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Strong subject knowledge in Science, ideally supported by a relevant degree or qualification.
• Experience working with children or young people through tutoring, mentoring, coaching, youth work, education, or a similar environment.
• The confidence to communicate effectively with secondary-aged students.
• The ability to build positive relationships while maintaining clear classroom expectations.
• A calm, confident, and consistent approach to behaviour management.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to adapt to different situations.
• A genuine passion for Science and education.
• A willingness to learn and develop as an educator.
• An interest in progressing towards teacher training and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

What's On Offer

• Full-time Unqualified Science Teacher position starting November 2026.
• Permanent appointment preferred, with long-term and fixed-term supply options considered.
• Competitive daily rate of £100-£165, dependent on experience.
• Valuable hands-on classroom experience within a secondary school.
• Support from an experienced and welcoming Science department.
• Opportunities to develop your teaching and behaviour management skills.
• Access to ongoing CPD and professional development.
• Potential progression into teacher training and a pathway towards QTS.

Professional Development

This role is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about Science and considering a long-term career in education.

You will gain practical experience in lesson delivery, classroom management, student engagement, behaviour strategies, assessment, and supporting different learning needs, while working alongside experienced teachers.

As a Tradewind teacher, you will also have access to free CPD through The National College, with over 2,500 accredited courses covering areas such as safeguarding, behaviour management, SEND, adaptive teaching, curriculum development, and effective classroom practice.

Whether you're a Science graduate looking to enter education, an experienced Teaching Assistant or Cover Supervisor ready to progress, or an aspiring teacher considering teacher training, this is a fantastic opportunity to build your experience and take the next step in your career.