Job Description
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Supply Science Teacher (Long-Term)
We are recruiting a Supply Science Teacher to join an inclusive all-boys school to start as soon as possible in the Stoke-on-Trent area. This is a long-term supply opportunity with potential to become permanent for the right candidate.
Key Details
- Role: Supply Science Teacher
- Location: Stoke-on-Trent area
- Contract: Long-term supply (potential permanent)
- Pay: Dependent on experience
- Class sizes: Small groups, with additional support where appropriate
About the Role
- Deliver engaging Science lessons that support progress for all learners, adapting teaching to meet a range of needs.
- Teach appropriately sequenced lessons (with access to department resources and schemes of work).
- Create a calm, consistent learning environment and use positive behaviour strategies in line with school policy.
- Support pupils with EHCPs and additional needs through effective differentiation, scaffolding, and close collaboration with support staff.
- Monitor learning through formative assessment and provide feedback to help pupils improve.
- Work collaboratively with the Science department, SENCO, pastoral teams, and external professionals where required.
About You
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) (or equivalent recognised teaching qualification).
- Experience teaching Science at KS3 and/or KS4 (or strong subject knowledge with relevant experience).
- Proven experience supporting learners with EHCP plans and a strong understanding of inclusive classroom practice.
- Confidence working with small class sizes and adapting lessons to meet individual needs.
- Strong behaviour management, with a consistent, nurturing approach.
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
What We Offer
- An inclusive, supportive setting with a strong focus on pupil wellbeing and progress.
- Small class sizes enabling targeted teaching and positive relationships.
- A welcoming department and access to planning resources.
- Opportunity to secure a permanent role following a successful long-term placement.
Zest Education are an APSCo audited agency and are dedicated to safeguarding children. All candidates must hold an enhanced DBS (or allow us to process one for you) and be registered to the DBS Update Service, be able to provide references to cover the last two years and successfully pass all other necessary safeguarding checks prior to clearance for work.
Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications. xwzovoh The minimum experience, training, or qualifications required for this position are recent school-based experience (within the last 5 years within a school that teaches the British Curriculum) and/or care-based experience within the last 5 years.