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Science Teacher | Rural Secondary School | Devon


Job Location:

Devon - UK

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 16 September 2026 (4 days ago)
Application Deadline: 14 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position: Science Teacher
Location: Devon
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: September
Key Stages: KS3KS5


Science Teaching Role in a Rural Secondary School

A welcoming and well-regarded Rural Secondary School in Devon is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Science Teacher to join its successful Science department from September. This is a full-time role within a supportive school that combines strong academic expectations with a close-knit community feel and excellent pastoral care.

Science is a valued subject across the school with students encouraged to develop curiosity practical investigation skills and a secure understanding of the world through a broad and engaging curriculum.


About the Role

You will teach Science across Key Stage 3 Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5 delivering engaging and well-planned lessons that inspire students and support strong progress.

The role will involve teaching Biology Chemistry and Physics at KS3 and KS4 with the opportunity to teach your specialist science at A-Level depending on your experience and expertise.

You will support students in developing practical laboratory skills scientific literacy and analytical thinking while preparing them for GCSE and A-Level examinations. The successful candidate will also contribute to STEM enrichment intervention strategies and wider departmental initiatives.


Key Responsibilities
  • Teach Science across KS3 KS4 and KS5

  • Deliver engaging lessons across Biology Chemistry and Physics

  • Prepare students for GCSE and A-Level examinations

  • Plan and supervise practical laboratory activities

  • Assess student work and provide detailed constructive feedback

  • Monitor progress and implement targeted intervention strategies

  • Contribute to curriculum planning and departmental development

  • Support STEM clubs science competitions and wider enrichment activities


The School Environment

This Rural Secondary School in Devon offers a warm and inclusive environment where students are known as individuals and supported to achieve their full potential.

The Science department benefits from well-equipped laboratories collaborative planning supportive leadership and a strong sense of community. Staff are encouraged to innovate contribute to wider school life and access professional development opportunities that support long-term career progression.


Candidate Requirements

Essential Requirements

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

  • Experience teaching Science at secondary level

  • Ability to teach KS3 and KS4 confidently

  • Strong subject knowledge in Biology Chemistry or Physics

  • Excellent classroom management and communication skills

Desirable

  • Experience teaching A-Level Science

  • Ability to contribute to STEM enrichment activities

  • Experience working in a smaller or community-focused school setting

  • Strong track record of improving student outcomes


How to Apply

If you are interested in this Science Teacher role in a Rural Secondary School in Devon starting in September please submit your CV. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted to discuss the next stages of the recruitment process.


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