Job Title: Science Teacher
Location: Medway, Kent
Start Date: September 2025
Salary Range: Competitive 

Are you a qualified Science Teacher with QTS?
Do you have experience teaching students aged 11-16+?
Are you looking to work in a welcoming and inclusive school environment?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a thriving secondary school in Medway. This school is committed to delivering high-quality education and fostering a culture of success and respect. With excellent facilities and a strong emphasis on both academic and personal development, the school provides a dynamic learning environment where students are encouraged to reach their full potential.

The Headteacher is seeking a motivated and passionate Science Teacher to join their team from September 2025 on a long-term basis, with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate. You will be delivering engaging lessons across Key Stage 3 (KS3) and Key Stage 4 (KS4), including preparation for GCSE examinations. Your role will be pivotal in supporting student achievement and contributing to a positive and ambitious school culture.

What You'll Be Doing:

Deliver high-quality lessons across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics in line with the national curriculum

Use a range of teaching strategies and practical activities to promote scientific inquiry and critical thinking

Prepare and support students for assessments and GCSE examinations

Adapt teaching to meet the needs of all learners, including SEN and EAL students

Create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment where students feel motivated to succeed

Monitor, assess, and report on student progress, providing feedback that supports growth

Collaborate with colleagues in the Science Department to develop schemes of work and share best practice

Participate in school life, including parents' evenings, extracurricular clubs, and CPD sessions

Uphold the school's safeguarding and behaviour policies at all times

What We're Looking For:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a specialism in Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or General Science)

Experience teaching Science at KS3 and KS4 level (GCSE); ECTs are also encouraged to apply

Strong subject knowledge and a passion for delivering engaging, inspiring science lessons

Excellent classroom management skills and a proactive teaching approach

Commitment to continuous professional development and contributing to school life

What We Offer:

A dedicated consultant available to support you 24/7 throughout your placement

Free access to CPD courses and certification via our My-Progression platform

Competitive daily pay rates - paid directly through PAYE, with no admin or umbrella company deductions

Opportunity for a permanent role for the right candidate

£100 referral bonus when you recommend a friend (terms and conditions apply)

Access to our Guaranteed Payment Scheme (terms and conditions apply)

We pay our staff via PAYE, meaning no hidden admin fees or umbrella company deductions - just fair and transparent pay.

If you're ready to take the next step in your teaching career, click 'APPLY NOW' and we'll be in touch to discuss this exciting opportunity further.

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All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

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