Science Specialist Teacher Key Stage 3-5

Job Title:Secondary Science Specialist Teacher
Location: Bideford
Contract Type: Full-time
Start Date: September 2025

About the Role: We are seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Science Specialist Teacher to join our secondary school team. The successful candidate will deliver engaging and challenging science lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the potential to teach at Key Stage 5 depending on experience and subject specialism. You will play a key role in inspiring students to develop a deep interest in science, encouraging critical thinking, and supporting academic progress through high-quality teaching and learning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver outstanding science lessons in line with the national curriculum for KS3 and KS4 (and KS5 if applicable).
• Teach one or more science disciplines (biology, chemistry, or physics) with confidence and enthusiasm.
• Use a variety of teaching strategies to accommodate different learning styles and abilities.
• Assess, monitor, and report on student progress, providing targeted support where needed.
• Contribute to the development of schemes of work, assessments, and enrichment activities.
• Participate in departmental meetings, CPD, and whole-school initiatives.
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment.

Person Specification:Essentials:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• A degree in a science-related subject.
• Experience teaching science at secondary level.
• Strong subject knowledge in at least one science discipline.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting student welfare.

Desirable:

• Experience teaching science at A-Level.
• Ability to lead or support extracurricular STEM activities or clubs.
• Familiarity with current educational research and digital learning tools.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and collaborative science department.
• Access to modern laboratories and teaching resources.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A school culture that values innovation, inclusion, and academic excellence.

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