At a Glance
- Tasks: Teach engaging online science lessons and support students in achieving their qualifications.
- Company: Join EDClass, a leading online education provider dedicated to innovative learning.
- Benefits: Earn £30 per hour with flexible hours and remote work options.
- Other info: Opportunities for additional paid hours and career growth within a supportive team.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while working from the comfort of your home.
- Qualifications: Must have QTS and at least 3 years of teaching experience in secondary science.
The predicted salary is between 27 - 33 £ per hour.
Remote and Online Science Teacher (KS3 and GCSE Biology, Chemistry, Physics)
Salary: £30 per hour
Hours: Flexible, 8–25 hours per week (Term-time only, Monday–Friday between 9:00am and 4:00pm, focused on core peak delivery hours)
Location: Remote / Work from Home – Must be resident and based in the UK with QTS gained in the UK.
Contract: Direct contract with EDClass for Part-time / Hourly (Commitment to the full academic year preferred)
Start Date: ASAP
About EDClass
EDClass is an accredited online education provider by the Department for Education (DfE), delivering high-quality, innovative alternative provision across the UK. We work extensively with schools, multi-academy trusts, and local authorities to provide personalised learning pathways for students accessing Section 19 provision, Education Other Than At School (EOTAS), medical needs support, and school inclusion programs. At EDClass, we put safeguarding students at the heart of everything we do. Every lesson, interaction, and platform protocol is built to ensure a secure, transparent, and supportive learning environment for every young person.
The Role
As an Online Science Teacher at EDClass, you will deliver structured, high-impact sessions across Key Stage 3 Science and GCSE Science (Combined Science and Triple Award: Biology, Chemistry, and Physics across major exam boards such as AQA, Edexcel, and OCR). Our platform supports a diverse cohort of learners, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, or students facing barriers to mainstream education.
Key Responsibilities
- Live Interactive Teaching: Deliver 1-hour timetabled lessons across EDLive, targeted gap-closing sessions in EDTeach, and responsive breakout room coaching in EDClass Plus.
- Curriculum and Exam Preparation: Deliver high-quality instruction across KS3 Science and GCSE Combined / Separate Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics), preparing students thoroughly for required practical components and formal examinations.
- Digital Learning and Content: Assist learners as they navigate e-learning pathways, past paper analysis, interactive simulations, and digital exercises; plan and record engaging explanations for our digital library.
- Assessment and Feedback: Provide regular, constructive feedback (both verbally and written) and mark student work accurately to track academic progression and scientific literacy.
- Inclusive Pedagogy: Apply calm, encouraging, and supportive approaches to engage vulnerable, disaffected, or anxious learners.
- Safeguarding and Reporting: Uphold rigorous safeguarding standards at all times, monitoring student wellbeing and providing detailed feedback to partner schools regarding attendance, engagement, and behaviour.
- Additional Opportunities: Additional paid hours may be available for marking, exam invigilation, parental meetings, and pastoral mentoring.
Person Specification
- Location: Must be currently resident and based in the UK with the right to work in the UK.
- Qualifications: Must hold a recognised UK teaching qualification (Qualified Teacher Status / QTS, or secondary PGCE in Science / Biology / Chemistry / Physics).
- Teaching Experience: Minimum of 3 years of successful secondary classroom or alternative provision teaching experience across secondary Science disciplines.
- Subject Knowledge: Strong command of the KS3 Science and KS4 GCSE Science National Curriculum (Combined and Separate Sciences across AQA, Edexcel, and OCR), including required practical assessments.
- Digital Literacy: Confident ICT skills with the ability to manage virtual classroom features (breakout rooms, chat, audio, digital whiteboards) and keep pupils engaged online.
How to Apply and Enquiries
If you are excited about the prospect of joining our team and making a positive impact on the education of our learners, we would love to hear from you. Please register your interest by emailing your CV and details or by calling us directly.
Science Teacher Science Teacher (KS3 and GCSE) employer: EDClass
EDClass is an exceptional employer that prioritises a supportive and collaborative work culture, making it an ideal place for individuals passionate about safeguarding and customer support. Located in a dynamic educational environment, employees benefit from comprehensive training and development opportunities, ensuring personal and professional growth while contributing to a meaningful mission of enhancing learner safety and compliance. With a focus on teamwork and open communication, EDClass fosters an inclusive atmosphere where every team member's contributions are valued.
