Science Teacher

Posted 24/08/26
Northampton, Northamptonshire, East Midlands
Paid to Scale
Starts: September 2026
About the Role
Join a dynamic school as a dedicated Science Teacher, shaping the minds of secondary pupils with your expertise and passion. This is an exceptional long-term, permanent opportunity to contribute significantly to an thriving department, starting in September 2026. You will inspire curiosity and foster a deep understanding of scientific principles across various key stages, making a tangible difference to student learning outcomes every day.

Key Responsibilities
* Deliver engaging and effective Science lessons to secondary pupils across the curriculum.
* Plan, prepare, and assess stimulating activities that meet diverse learning needs.
* Monitor pupil progress diligently, providing constructive feedback and support for improvement.
* Maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment conducive to learning.
* Collaborate effectively with colleagues to enhance departmental schemes of work.
* Contribute proactively to extracurricular activities and school-wide initiatives.

About You
* You possess Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and demonstrable experience teaching Science at secondary level.
* Applications are warmly encouraged from Early Career Teachers (ECTs), experienced Main Pay Scale (MPS), and Upper Pay Scale (UPS) educators.
* You hold a genuine passion for Science and possess the ability to ignite this enthusiasm in young people.
* An outstanding classroom practitioner, you consistently employ innovative teaching methodologies.
* You are deeply committed to ensuring every student achieves their full academic potential.
* Your communication skills are excellent, fostering strong relationships with pupils, parents, and staff.

Why Join
Embark on a rewarding career path where your professional growth is actively supported within a vibrant learning community. This permanent role offers a competitive salary, paid to scale, recognising your invaluable contribution to education. You will thrive in a collaborative environment, making a profound impact on the next generation of scientists and thinkers.

Not quite the right role? We're working with a number of schools and nurseries — feel free to get in touch to discuss other current opportunities.

Dunbar Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, references, and full compliance with safer recruitment procedures. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

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