Science Teacher

Start date: ASAP/Jan 2026

Position: Science Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Location: Weston-super-Mare

Pay: £168.80 - £252.47 per day

Contract Type: Maternity Cover to Dec 2026

Hours: Full-time

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.

• 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.

Elementa is the recruiting partner. Applicants considered for the role after pre‑screening must complete the registration process with Elementa, including full vetting & background checks and application for an Enhanced DBS Disclosure (which may be chargeable at £64.20) unless you have a current Enhanced DBS subscribed to the update service.

• Weekly pay with 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, and if a variation is required a 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 for 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. If you have the relevant skills and experience necessary for this role, please apply with your full up to date CV.