Science Teacher

Science Teacher (Key Stage 3) – Alternative Provision School, Liverpool (Full-Time)

Are you a passionate and resilient Science teacher ready to make a real difference? Do you thrive in environments where every day brings a new challenge – and a new opportunity to support students who need it most?

Position: Science Teacher (Key Stage 3)
Location: Liverpool – Alternative Provision School
Contract: Full-Time | Temp-to-Permanent

About the School

This Alternative Provision School in Liverpool is a nurturing and supportive setting for students with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) who have struggled in mainstream education. The school offers a tailored curriculum and prioritises emotional wellbeing, helping young people overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential.

The Role

They’re looking for a confident, compassionate Science teacher to deliver engaging, accessible lessons to Key Stage 3 students. Many pupils present with additional learning needs and may display challenging behaviours, so you'll need to bring patience, empathy, and strong classroom management skills. Most importantly, you'll be a steady, encouraging presence—someone students can trust and rely on.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Deliver high-quality Science lessons adapted to meet a range of learning needs

• Create a calm, inclusive classroom where students feel safe, supported, and ready to learn

• Build strong, positive relationships with students to encourage engagement and personal growth

• Manage behaviour with consistency, understanding, and care

• Work collaboratively with colleagues and external agencies to support the holistic development of every child

• Contribute to the wider life and progress of the school community

What They’re Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

• Experience teaching Science, ideally at KS3 level

• Background working with students with EHCPs or in alternative provision/SEN settings is highly desirable

• Excellent behaviour management skills

• A nurturing, proactive approach with a genuine desire to help young people succeed

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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