Job description
Full-Time Science Teacher – Southampton, Hampshire
Do you have the energy and expertise to bring Science to life in the classroom? A thriving secondary school in Southampton is looking for a motivated and inspiring Science Teacher to join their team full-time from September 2025. Offering a salary between £30,000 and £50,000 per annum, this role presents a fantastic opportunity for career growth, stability, and the chance to make a lasting impact on young learners.
The school welcomes applications from both Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and seasoned professionals. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a school tour, providing a first-hand look at the school’s welcoming environment before moving on to a formal interview. Interviews will be scheduled in the coming weeks.
Responsibilities of the Science Teacher:
- Create stimulating and interactive Science lessons that spark curiosity and a love for learning.
- Inspire and challenge students across Key Stages 3 and 4, tailoring your teaching to meet a range of abilities and learning styles.
- Design and deliver high-quality lessons in line with the national curriculum, ensuring measurable academic progress.
- Encourage hands-on investigations, critical thinking, and a deep understanding of scientific concepts.
- Build a positive and inclusive classroom environment where every learner feels supported and motivated to succeed.
- Work collaboratively with fellow staff to develop cross-curricular projects and share best practices.
Requirements of the Science Teacher:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent teaching qualification.
- Previous experience teaching Science at KS3 and KS4 levels.
- A passion for Science and the ability to engage and inspire learners of all abilities.
- Strong classroom management skills with a focus on student development.
- Ability to adapt teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles.
- Have an updated CV and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one).
If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate ‘Science Teacher’ ready to inspire and support students in their learning journey, we encourage you to apply and join our client school inSouthampton.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Science Teacher’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.
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