Science Teacher – Permanent Role in Southampton (SO15) An ambitious and forward-thinking secondary school in Southampton is seeking a dedicated Science Teacher to join their team on a permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator who is committed to delivering engaging and practical Science lessons, fostering curiosity, and inspiring the next generation of scientists. The successful candidate will teach Science across Key Stages 3 and 4, with a specialism in either Biology, Chemistry, or Physics being welcomed. The school has well-equipped laboratories and a strong emphasis on hands-on experiments, encouraging students to develop their investigative and analytical skills. Key Responsibilities: Plan and deliver high-quality Science lessons tailored to a range of learning abilities Teach across Key Stages 3 and 4, adapting content to suit different levels of understanding Encourage students to develop scientific thinking and problem-solving skills Utilise a range of teaching methods, including practical experiments and demonstrations Assess and monitor student progress, providing constructive feedback and intervention where necessary Work collaboratively with the Science department to refine and enhance schemes of work Contribute to extracurricular Science initiatives, such as STEM clubs, competitions, and field trips Requirements: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification Experience teaching Science at KS3 and KS4 (specialism in Biology, Chemistry, or Physics preferred) Strong subject knowledge and enthusiasm for the Sciences Excellent classroom management skills and the ability to engage students of all abilities Commitment to continuous professional development and reflective teaching practice Ability to contribute to whole-school STEM initiatives and enrichment activities What the School Offers: A permanent teaching position with a competitive salary (MPS/UPS) A supportive and collaborative Science department A leadership team committed to staff development and well-being Opportunities for CPD, subject-specific training, and career progression Modern science laboratories and access to high-quality teaching resources A positive school community with a focus on academic excellence and student success This is a fantastic opportunity for a Science Teacher looking to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic and well-supported school environment. Apply with a copy of your CV, and a member of the PWR team will reach out to discuss further details. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.