Job description

General Science Teacher – Full-time, long-term temporary position starting January 2026

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate Science Teacher to join a supportive and inclusive school environment. The school is committed to providing high-quality education, fostering positive relationships, and ensuring that every pupil feels valued and supported. Strong leadership and a dedicated staff team work collaboratively to create a safe and engaging learning atmosphere where pupils can thrive academically and personally.

Duties as General Science Teacher:

Plan and deliver engaging Science lessons across KS3 and KS4
Adapt teaching strategies to meet the needs of pupils with SEMH
Assess, record, and report on pupil progress in line with school policies
Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment
Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to whole-school initiatives
Maintain high standards of behaviour and safeguarding at all times

Ideal General Science Teacher:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential
Proven experience teaching Science in secondary settings
Strong background in supporting pupils with SEMH needs
Excellent classroom management and communication skills
Ability to inspire and motivate learners of all abilities
Commitment to professional development and safeguarding practices

Why Step Teachers?

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services.

We are an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, proud members of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC), and REC Audited in Education, which means we have undergone rigorous external auditing to ensure we consistently meet the highest safeguarding and compliance standing in education recruitment.

Step Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates registering with Step Teachers are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE’s statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Your salary - dependent on experience - is paid weekly through PAYE – that means no self-employed or umbrella companies. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.

Recommend a friend to receive a £100 Amazon voucher for yourself, and a chance for you both to win a holiday worth up to £1000 – If you know anyone who is looking for temporary, permanent or supply work then get in touch with us today!