Job Title: Fully Qualified Science Teacher
Location: Peterlee
Company: Teaching Personnel
Salary: £31,650 - £49,084 per annum (MPS/UPS)
Contract: Full-time, Long-term
Are you a passionate and fully qualified Science Teacher seeking an exciting opportunity to inspire the next generation? Teaching Personnel is looking for a dedicated Science Teacher to join a secondary school in Peterlee. This is a fantastic chance to work with a leading education recruitment agency and make a real impact on students’ academic success.
Role Overview:
As a Science Teacher, you will deliver engaging and innovative lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the potential to teach Key Stage 5 depending on your expertise. You will inspire students to develop a love for Science, foster critical thinking, and support their academic achievement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality Science lessons tailored to diverse learning needs.
- Teach Biology, Chemistry, or Physics to a high standard, ensuring student engagement and progress.
- Assess, monitor, and report on students’ progress and attainment.
- Create a safe and inclusive learning environment that promotes curiosity and respect.
- Collaborate with colleagues to enhance the Science curriculum and share best practices.
- Participate in school events, meetings, and professional development opportunities.
Requirements:
- QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) or equivalent teaching qualification.
- A degree in Science or a related subject.
- Experience teaching Science at secondary school level (KS3 and KS4 essential, KS5 desirable).
- Strong classroom management skills and the ability to motivate students.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
- Enhanced DBS certificate and on the update service (or willingness to apply for one through Teaching Personnel.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
- Access to CPD and professional development opportunities through Teaching Personnel.
- Dedicated support from a specialist consultant to help you find the right role.
- A rewarding teaching environment where you can make a real difference in students' lives.
How to Apply:
If you are a passionate Science Teacher looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you! Please submit a copy of your CV or alternatively send it to isaac.joyce@teachingpersonnel.com.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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