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Science Teacher – Secondary School
Location: Harrow
Sector: Secondary Education – Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics)
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £150–£200 per day (based on experience, inclusive of holiday pay)
Spark Curiosity Inspire the Next Generation of Scientists
Teaching Personnel, the UK’s trusted leader in educational recruitment, is working closely with a vibrant secondary school in Harrow to appoint a driven and knowledgeable Science Teacher. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate educator whether early in their career or experienced to deliver purposeful and engaging lessons in a subject that shapes the future.
This role involves teaching general science to KS3 and your specialism (Biology, Chemistry, or Physics) at KS4.
Why Teachers Choose Teaching Personnel
We aren’t just here to fill vacancies we’re here to shape careers.
We connect teachers to schools where their subject expertise will be valued and nurtured
Our consultants are education specialists who provide one-to-one support and ongoing guidance
Exclusive access to subject specific CPD, including lab safety, adaptive learning, and curriculum updates
Long term placements often lead to permanent opportunities with our partner schools
The Role
Teach engaging and practical Science lessons to KS3–KS4 students, tailoring content to meet varied learning needs
Promote scientific inquiry, problem solving, and curiosity across the classroom
Track progress and use assessment data to drive student achievement
Collaborate with a forward thinking Science department committed to active learning and academic excellence
Support pupils with varied learning needs including those with SEND or EAL
About You
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a specialism in Biology, Chemistry or Physics
Strong knowledge of the secondary Science curriculum (GCSE & KS3)
Experience using practical experiments to support learning safely and effectively
Enthusiastic, organised, and committed to student progress and engagement
Ability to differentiate and manage behaviour in a diverse classroom
What We Offer
Competitive pay and opportunities for rapid progression
Access to FREE CPD including “Effective Science Teaching”, “SEND in STEM”, and “Behaviour for Learning”
Support from a subject-focused recruitment consultant who understands your ambitions
A route into permanent contracts and middle-leadership opportunities
A warm and inclusive school environment with well-equipped science labs
Safeguarding Commitment
At Teaching Personnel, safeguarding is our top priority. All applicants will be required to undergo enhanced DBS checks and provide references. Online searches may be conducted for shortlisted candidates as part of our safeguarding checks in line with DfE guidance.
Apply Now Be the Catalyst for Scientific Discovery.
Join Teaching Personnel and take your Science teaching career to the next level in a role where your passion and expertise truly matter.
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.
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