Science Teacher

Job Title: Science Teacher
Location: Chesterfield (S40 1LP)
Salary: £150 - £200 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Full-time
Working Hours: Monday to Friday (08:30 - 16:30)

Are you a passionate and dedicated Science Teacher eager to ignite curiosity and inspire the next generation of scientists?

GSL Education are delighted to offer an exceptional opportunity for a motivated and qualified Science Teacher to join a well-regarded SEN school in Chesterfield. If you are an enthusiastic educator committed to fostering a love for science, we would love to hear from you. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious teacher who is keen to develop their practice within a progressive learning environment.

About the Role:

As a Science Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality lessons that encourage students to explore and develop a deep understanding of scientific concepts. You will be expected to plan and deliver engaging lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 (with the potential for Key Stage 5, depending on experience), ensuring students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach Biology, Chemistry and Physics across Key Stages 3 and 4 (with Key Stage 5 optional, depending on specialism).

• Deliver Science lessons that cater to the needs of students with special educational needs, ensuring content is accessible and engaging.
• Modify the Science curriculum to meet individual students’ needs and abilities.
• Use a range of teaching strategies to create an interactive and inclusive learning environment.
• Provide additional support to students requiring help with their learning and development.
• Monitor student progress and provide regular feedback, adjusting teaching strategies as necessary.
• Collaborate with other teachers, support staff, and the SENCO to ensure effective differentiation and support.

Science Teacher requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification in Science.
• Experience teaching Science at the secondary level, with a strong understanding of the national curriculum.
• A proven track record of raising student attainment and delivering outstanding lessons.
• Subject specialism in Biology, Chemistry, or Physics is desirable, but a strong general Science background is essential.
• Excellent classroom management skills, with the ability to create a safe and inclusive learning environment.
• A valid UK driving licence and the ability to commute to the school.
• A strong understanding of the UK Science curriculum and the ability to adapt it for SEN students.
• Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one).

What We Offer:

• Highly competitive daily rates of pay.
• Dedicated support from experienced education consultants.
• Opportunities for long-term placements and career progression.
• The chance to work in dynamic and high-achieving school environments.

If you are a committed and inspiring Science Teacher ready to take on a new challenge, we encourage you to apply today. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your teaching career while making a lasting impact on students’ education.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK. 

For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Science Teacher’ in a secondary schoolrole, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.