General Science Teacher

Posting date:	20 March 2026
Salary:	£168 to £261 per day
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	19 April 2026
Location:	Leiston, East Anglia, IP16 4BG
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Step Teachers Ltd
Job type:	Contract
Job reference:	MP229141CT3103-A494654-20032026

Summary

General Science Teacher – Full-time, long-term temporary and ongoing role starting April 2026

This school provides a calm, supportive and well‑organised learning environment where pupils benefit from clear routines, positive relationships and teaching that promotes confidence and curiosity. Staff work collaboratively to uphold high expectations, helping pupils feel motivated, safe and ready to learn. Pupils respond positively to structured Science lessons that build engagement, resilience and steady progress across the curriculum.

Duties as General Science Teacher:

• Teach General Science full time across relevant secondary year groups.
• Deliver well‑planned practical and theory-based Science lessons.
• Teach some PSHE and RS content to a form group as required.
• Adapt teaching approaches to support varied learning needs and abilities.
• Support pupils in developing enquiry skills, scientific understanding and analytical thinking.
• Maintain consistent routines and promote positive behaviour in the classroom.
• Assess pupil progress and provide constructive written and verbal feedback.
• Contribute to departmental planning and collaborative curriculum development.
• Uphold safeguarding expectations and prioritise pupil welfare.

Ideal General Science Teacher:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with strong Science teaching experience.
• Confident teaching KS3 and KS4 Science.
• Comfortable delivering PSHE/RS content to form groups.
• Effective behaviour management and strong classroom organisation.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Able to motivate learners of differing abilities.
• Reflective, proactive and committed to high‑quality teaching.
• Dedicated to safeguarding and promoting pupil well‑being.

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!