Science Teacher – Full Time
Location:East Leake
Start Date: January 2027
Job Type: Full-time
About the Role
We are seeking a passionate, enthusiastic, and dedicated Science Teacher to join a school from January 2027 on a full-time basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an inspiring educator who is committed to delivering engaging, high-quality science lessons and encouraging pupils to develop a genuine interest in the subject.
The successful candidate will be confident in planning and delivering effective lessons, managing classroom behaviour, and adapting their teaching approach to meet the needs of pupils with different abilities and learning styles.
You will play a key role in helping pupils develop their scientific knowledge, practical skills, critical thinking, and curiosity about the world around them, while creating a positive and inclusive learning environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Planning and delivering engaging, high-quality science lessons in line with the relevant curriculum.
- Making science accessible, interesting, and stimulating for pupils of varying abilities.
- Preparing and delivering practical experiments and investigations in accordance with school health and safety procedures.
- Assessing, monitoring, and recording pupil progress to support academic achievement.
- Adapting teaching methods and resources to meet individual learning needs and support pupils with additional learning requirements.
- Maintaining effective classroom management and promoting positive behaviour.
- Encouraging pupils to develop scientific curiosity, problem-solving skills, and independent thinking.
- Providing constructive feedback to help pupils understand their progress and identify areas for improvement.
- Working collaboratively with colleagues and support staff to enhance teaching and learning.
- Following school policies, safeguarding procedures, and laboratory health and safety requirements.
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who:
- Has a strong knowledge and passion for science and science education.
- Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), or meets the relevant requirements for the position.
- Has experience teaching science in a school setting.
- Can plan and deliver engaging lessons that inspire pupils and support academic progress.
- Has strong classroom management and behaviour management skills.
- Can adapt teaching strategies to support pupils with a range of abilities and learning needs.
- Is confident in delivering practical science activities while maintaining appropriate safety standards.
- Demonstrates excellent communication, organisation, and teamwork skills.
- Is enthusiastic, reliable, and committed to raising pupil achievement.
- Holds, or is willing to obtain where eligible, an Enhanced DBS check.
- Is available to commence a full-time position in January 2027.
Benefits of Working with Connex Education
- Competitive rates of pay, paid to scale, paid weekly and ALWAYS paid directly from Connex Education and NEVER via umbrella companies / outsourced payroll.
- Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability, including full-time, part-time, regular and ad-hoc cover.
- Access to work at large numbers of schools within academy trusts that work EXCLUSIVELY with Connex Education and NO other agencies.
- Exceptional personalised support and service from dedicated education sector recruitment professionals.
- Industry-leading FREE CPD covering anything and everything education-sector based via our Academize training platform.
- Access and auto entry into our frequent competitions and prize draws.
- Additional earning opportunities via our generous Refer a Friend scheme, details of which can be found here: https://connex-education.com/referrals/refer-a-colleague/
Protected Characteristics Statement
All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check. All appointments will be subject to a DBS check.
Connex Education Partnership is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status or disability. Everyone is assessed on merit alone.
Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business.
Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.
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Science Teacher in Loughborough employer: Connex Education Partnership
Join a supportive and inclusive secondary school in Yardley Wood, where your expertise as a Qualified SENCO will be valued and impactful. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative work culture that prioritises professional development, offering numerous opportunities for growth and advancement within the education sector. With competitive pay and a commitment to staff well-being, this is an ideal environment for passionate educators looking to make a difference.
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