Job description
Qualified Science Teacher – Secondary School – Oldham
Location: Oldham, Greater Manchester
Start Date: September 2025
Hours: Full-Time (Monday to Friday)
Contract: Long-term (potential for permanent)
Salary: £165 - £210 per day (Dependent on Experience)
Are you a passionate and qualified Science Teacher who can ignite curiosity and inspire the next generation of scientists?
GSL Education Manchester is excited to be working with a high-achieving secondary school in Oldham to recruit a Qualified Science Teacher for a full-time position starting September 2025. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking Science department renowned for academic excellence and innovative teaching.
About the Role:
You’ll be teaching Science across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the opportunity to specialise in Biology, Chemistry, or Physics depending on your expertise. The role involves delivering engaging and practical lessons, planning schemes of work, and assessing student progress across a broad range of abilities.
Key Responsibilities:
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Teach General Science across KS3 and KS4, with subject specialism at KS4
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Plan and deliver dynamic lessons aligned with the National Curriculum
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Promote scientific enquiry through practical experiments and investigations
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Assess and support student progress, providing constructive feedback
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Contribute to extracurricular Science initiatives and STEM activities
✅ What We’re Looking For:
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Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent UK teaching qualification
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Experience teaching Science in a UK secondary school
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Strong subject knowledge in Biology, Chemistry, or Physics
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Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills
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A creative and reflective approach to teaching and learning
Why This School?
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Collaborative and supportive Science department with excellent facilities
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A culture that values innovation, academic achievement, and student well-being
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Comprehensive CPD programmes and clear career progression pathways
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Diverse and enthusiastic student community eager to learn
Safeguarding Commitment
This role requires a thorough understanding of safeguarding and child protection. All successful applicants must complete all safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS on the Update Service.
Interested in Applying?
We’re shortlisting now and welcome your application or questions.
Tyrell Nedd – Tyrell.Nedd@gsleducation.com
0161 537 6500