General Science Teachers

Posting date:	21 January 2026
Salary:	£110 to £130 per day
Hours:	Part time
Closing date:	20 February 2026
Location:	Ashburton, South West, TQ13 7DW
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Step Teachers Ltd
Job type:	Contract
Job reference:	MP222810CT3103-A486413-21012026

Summary

General Science Teacher – Full-time, flexible short-term and long-term opportunities available immediately
These flexible opportunities are ideal for teachers who enjoy variety and want to make a positive impact across different secondary school settings. You’ll be supporting schools in Ashburton and the surrounding areas, teaching General Science across Key Stages.Duties as General Science Teacher:

• Deliver engaging lessons across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics following provided plans
• Plan and prepare lessons in line with the national curriculum
• Assess, monitor, and record pupil progress, providing constructive feedback
• Maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment
• Manage behaviour effectively in accordance with school policies
• Contribute to departmental planning and whole-school initiatives

Ideal General Science Teacher:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Strong subject knowledge across the Science curriculum
• Ability to inspire and motivate students of varying abilities
• Excellent classroom management and organisational skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils
• Adaptable and confident working in a long-term or supply role

Why Step Teachers?With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services. We are an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, proud members of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC), and REC Audited in Education, which means we have undergone rigorous external auditing to ensure we consistently meet the highest safeguarding and compliance standing in education recruitment. Step Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates registering with Step Teachers are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE’s statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one. Your salary - dependent on experience - is paid weekly through PAYE – that means no self-employed or umbrella companies. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of. Recommend a friend to receive a £100 Amazon voucher for yourself, and a chance for you both to win a holiday worth up to £1000 – If you know anyone who is looking for temporary, permanent or supply work then get in touch with us today!