A well-established Good-rated secondary school in Colchester is seeking a dedicated Science Teacher to join their dynamic Science department for an immediate start. The school is looking for a teacher who is enthusiastic grounded and able to deliver consistently strong lessons that inspire scientific thinking and academic curiosity.
You will teach KS3KS4 Science using well-structured schemes of work that support coherent progression and reduce workload. The department values a teaching approach rooted in clarity engaging lesson pacing and explicit instruction. You will also contribute to practical investigations and demonstrations helping students understand the real-world relevance of scientific principles.
You will work in a department that:
collaborates consistently
shares planning openly
supports one another with behaviour strategies
values practical learning
prioritises meaningful assessment
Teachers are encouraged to bring in their own scientific interestswhether environmental science astronomy medical science or physics modellingcreating a department that feels vibrant and exciting for students.
The school is known for its strong sense of community respectful students and a pastoral system that supports emotional and academic wellbeing. Leadership balances academic ambition with realistic workload expectations and teachers feel well-supported rather than overburdened.
Facilities include:
specialist labs
updated equipment
strong technician support
department workroom for planning and collaboration
Students are keen to learn respond positively to structure and actively engage when presented with purposeful well-designed lessons.
QTS and strong Science subject knowledge
Warm but firm behaviour management
Ability to explain complex ideas with clarity
Desire to work collaboratively
Motivated to support whole-school ethos
MPS/UPS.
Please submit your application with your CV to Natalie Hunter as soon as possible.
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