Science Teacher

Science Teacher

Location: Weston-super-Mare

Pay: £168.80 - £252.47 per day

Type: Maternity Cover to Dec 2026

Hours: Full-time

Start date: ASAP/Jan 2026

Elementa is recruiting for a Teacher of Science for this popular Secondary School in Weston-super-Mare. This school is looking for maternity cover until December 2026, starting in January, or earlier if you are available.

The primary responsibility of the successful candidate will be to deliver engaging and comprehensive Science lessons that contribute to the educational success of students.

• Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality Science lessons across different disciplines including Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
• Assess and monitor student progress, providing constructive feedback to support their learning journey.
• Create a positive and stimulating learning environment that promotes student engagement and achievement.
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance curriculum delivery and contribute to a vibrant school community.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of developments within the Science curriculum and implement innovative teaching strategies.

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS).
• Demonstrable experience teaching Science at the secondary level.
• A strong background in Science subjects, with the ability to teach Physics, Chemistry, and Biology effectively.
• Excellent communication skills and a passion for inspiring students.

Contract & recruitment information

Elementa is the recruiting partner therefore applicants being considered for the role after pre-screening will be required to complete the registration process for Elementa. This includes full vetting & background checks and application for an Enhanced DBS Disclosure (which may be chargeable @£64.20) unless you have a current Enhanced DBS subscribed to the update service.

If you have the relevant skills and experience necessary for this role then please apply with your full up to date CV.

• Weekly pay – no waiting for monthly payroll cut-off dates, Elementa pays one week in lieu.
• PAYE contract – unless a candidate specifically requests it, all candidates are paid via PAYE giving them the protections and payment structure of a traditional employer:employee relationship.
• Training & Support – a broad range of free or heavily discounted training available including Safeguarding, Behaviour, Team Teach, SEND, Makaton and Thrive. Regular welfare contact and support from a dedicated candidate manager.
• Fair pay policy – our candidates are paid to scale, where a variation on this may be required written agreement will be provided ahead of the position.
• Additional services to support our staff – we have a network of partners who offer support services to our candidates … tax returns, accountancy, legal and more.

For more information click apply now below or contact us via phone or email. All applicants will be promptly responded to.