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The Education Network
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6 months ago
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Science Teacher
Inspire the next generation of scientists in a vibrant and supportive Birmingham secondary school. We’re working with a ‘Good’ Ofsted-rated school seeking a passionate Science Teacher to deliver engaging lessons across KS3 and KS4, including triple science. This is a long-term opportunity starting in June 2025—perfect for a qualified teacher or an ECT looking to build classroom experience in a well-run department.

Key Details

Position: Science Teacher (KS3 & KS4, including Triple Science) Location: Birmingham Start Date: June 2025 Contract: Long-term supply Pay: £175–£250 per day (dependent on experience and responsibilities) School Rating: Ofsted ‘Good’


The Role
You’ll join a high-performing Science department with a strong curriculum and a clear focus on student outcomes. You'll be expected to deliver well-planned lessons in Biology, Chemistry and Physics across Key Stage 3 and 4, with a particular emphasis on triple science at KS4. You’ll be supported by experienced colleagues and excellent resources, with opportunities to contribute to extracurricular science activities.

The Candidate
You’ll be a qualified teacher (QTS or ECT) with a specialism in any science discipline and confidence teaching across all three. You must have excellent classroom management, the ability to differentiate effectively, and a genuine enthusiasm for inspiring students. ECTs are welcome to apply and will be well supported in their professional development.
 
The School
This is a well-respected secondary school in Birmingham with a consistent record of good results. Leadership is strong, and staff turnover is low. Behaviour is well managed, and students are motivated and respectful. The school places a strong emphasis on academic achievement, enrichment, and staff well being.
 
Due to the number of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted.


The Education Network Offer:

Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.

The opportunity to work in friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard working Consultants who will endeavor to find assignments suited to your needs.
An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.

The Education Network is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.-
The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.
Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.

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