Teacher of Science - Maternity Cover
JOB_53986454804447Job type
TemporaryLocation
ChichesterWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Secondary TeachingIndustry
Education & TrainingPay
Pay to ScaleClosing date
31 Jul 2026
Teacher of Science Maternity Cover Job Opportunity in Chichester!
Secondary Science Teacher – Inspire, Engage, Transform Lives
Location: Chichester
Start Date: September
Contract: Full-time
Are you ready to make a real difference?
We are looking for a Secondary Science Teacher for a well-established, mixed secondary school with a thriving sixth form, serving over 1,300 students aged 11–19.
Rated Good by Ofsted in all areas, the school is recognised for its strong focus on high-quality teaching, positive behaviour, and excellent pastoral care.
With a culture built around respect and ambition, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking school committed to continuous improvement and student success.
Whether you are an experienced teacher or an ECT looking for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Delivering engaging and differentiated science lessons across KS3 and KS4
- Supporting students of varying abilities, including those with additional needs.
- Creating a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment.
- Planning and delivering practical experiments in line with safety procedures.
- Monitoring progress, providing feedback, and supporting academic achievement.
- Building strong relationships with students, colleagues, parents, and carers.
What We Are Looking For:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Experience teaching Science at secondary level
- Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
- A passion for inclusive education and student development.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- A proactive, flexible, and committed approach.
Experience working with SEN / SEMH students would be highly advantageous but is not essential.
Why Join This School?
- Good Ofsted rating across all categories.
- Supportive leadership and strong staff development culture.
- Modern facilities, including dedicated science teaching spaces.
- A broad and balanced curriculum with strong sixth form provision.
- A positive school culture focused on ambition and student wellbeing.
- Excellent pastoral care and inclusive ethos.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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