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Science Teacher (Free School) Start: January 2026Contract: Permanent, Full timeQualification: Qualified Teacher Status required About the role You will join a small, friendly secondary school where teachers teach smaller than average classes. That environment means you can build strong relationships with students, identify gaps quickly and tailor support so learners make rapid progress. The Science department teaches across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 and where appropriate Key Stage 5. You will deliver engaging, practical and knowledge rich lessons that ignite curiosity and develop scientific thinking. Key responsibilities Plan and deliver high quality lessons across the science curriculum, including practical work and assessment for learning Use assessment to inform planning and provide targeted intervention for students who need it Maintain high expectations of behaviour, attendance and progress so every pupil can succeed Contribute to department curriculum development, schemes of work and assessment materials Take part in the school's enrichment programme such as clubs, trips or practical STEM events when available Support whole school priorities including safeguarding and pastoral care Person specification Qualified Teacher Status and recent secondary classroom experience teaching science to GCSE. A-level experience is desirable but not essential Strong classroom management and the ability to differentiate for a mixed ability cohort Confident with practical work, risk assessment and laboratory routines or willing to develop these skills quickly Collaborative team player who contributes to development of colleagues and department practice Clear commitment to inclusion so all