Teacher of Science (Biology, Chemistry, or Physics Specialist)

Location: Newham, East/Inner London

School Type: Secondary School & Sixth Form (Co-educational)

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent or Fixed-Term

Start Date: January Start

An ambitious, culturally diverse secondary school and Sixth Form in the heart of Newham is seeking an inquisitive, innovative, and dynamic Teacher of Science to join their thriving STEM faculty starting in January. This is an exceptional opportunity for a passionate scientist, whether an experienced practitioner aiming to broaden their impact or a talented Early Career Teacher (ECT), to ignite scientific curiosity, experimental rigor, and analytical inquiry across a high-aspiring student body.

About the Role

As a Teacher of Science, you will bring empirical discovery, scientific principles, and real-world technology to life in state-of-the-art laboratory spaces. Joining the department for the spring term, you will deliver engaging, practical, and theoretical lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (GCSE Combined & Separate Sciences), with opportunities to teach Key Stage 5 (A-Level Biology, Chemistry, or Physics / Applied Science) in your chosen specialism.

• Start Date: January

• Environment: A flagship Inner London secondary school celebrated for strong STEM outcomes, high progress scores, and modern laboratory facilities equipped with advanced practical equipment

• Culture: A highly collaborative science team supported by dedicated laboratory technicians, shared digital schemes of learning, and progressive departmental leadership

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver academically rich, safe, and engaging Science lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 (plus KS5 in your specialist discipline) that build conceptual understanding, scientific literacy, and practical lab skills.

• Prepare GCSE and A-Level candidates thoroughly for national examinations using data-driven tracking, required practical coaching, and targeted diagnostic feedback routines.

• Embed real-world scientific breakthroughs, ethical considerations, and STEM career pathways into daily learning to inspire future doctors, engineers, and researchers.

• Monitor, track, and evaluate student progress, applying targeted intervention strategies to stretch high-achieving young scientists while scaffolding core concepts for developing learners.

• Contribute positively to department enrichment, such as STEM clubs, national Science Week initiatives, university lab visits, and CREST Award projects.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognized teaching credential.

• A strong academic degree in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Biochemistry, Engineering, or a closely related scientific discipline.

• Proven track record or demonstrated capability of delivering outstanding Science teaching across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (KS5/A-Level experience in any science discipline is highly desirable).

• Thorough knowledge of national Science examination board specifications (e.g., AQA, Edexcel, OCR) and strict adherence to CLEAPSS laboratory safety standards.

• Excellent classroom presence, confident practical demonstration skills, and an infectious enthusiasm for scientific investigation and problem-solving.

Salary & Benefits

• Pay Scale: Inner London Main / Upper Pay Scale (MPS/UPS Inner London, commensurate with experience), with potential TLR opportunities available for Key Stage Coordination or STEM Leadership.

• Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS), comprehensive continuous professional development (CPD), structured onboarding for a smooth January transition, and access to staff health and wellbeing schemes.

How to Apply

If you are an ambitious, inquisitive Science specialist ready to inspire the next generation of innovators from January at a dynamic secondary school in Newham, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application as soon as possible for consideration.