Job Title: Science Teacher

Location: Walsall, West Midlands

School Type: 11–18 Secondary School & Sixth Form

Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: MPS / UPS

Role Overview

A welcoming community secondary school in Walsall is seeking an inspiring, enthusiastic, and dedicated Science Teacher to join their energetic Science department ASAP. In this role, you will deliver high-quality practical and theoretical science lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (GCSE Combined and Separate Sciences), with potential opportunities to teach Key Stage 5 (A Level Biology, Chemistry, or Physics) depending on your specialism and experience. You will cultivate curiosity, critical thinking, and a passion for scientific discovery across all pupil ability levels. Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and experienced teachers are equally encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging Science lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 in alignment with the National Curriculum and GCSE exam board specifications.

• Maintain rigorous health and safety standards in the laboratory, adhering to CLEAPSS guidelines and COSHH regulations during all practical experiments.

• Utilize formative tracking and diagnostic assessment data to monitor pupil attainment and implement targeted intervention strategies.

• Adapt teaching methods to cater to pupils with SEND, EAL, or high prior attainment, fostering an inclusive and challenging classroom environment.

• Work collaboratively with department colleagues and laboratory technicians to refine schemes of work and share innovative teaching resources.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or a related scientific field.

• Recognized UK teaching qualification with QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) or QTLS.

• Proven teaching experience or strong placement record in secondary Science, with thorough knowledge of current GCSE specifications.

• Strong classroom management, practical laboratory supervision, and communication skills.

• Legal right to work in the UK.

School Highlights & Benefits

• Modern, fully equipped laboratory suites supported by an experienced team of science technicians.

• Collaborative senior leadership team providing tailored professional development (CPD), workload support, and structured ECT mentorship.

• Convenient Walsall location with excellent transport links across the West Midlands (M6 access, local bus, and rail routes) plus free on-site staff parking.

• Competitive national salary on the MPS/UPS scale and Teachers' Pension Scheme enrolment.

Application

To apply for this Science Teacher role at a community secondary school in Walsall, starting ASAP, please submit your updated CV as soon as possible.