Science Teacher

Science Teacher

Contract: Long-term with potential to become permanent
Pay: £160-£250 per day (dependant on experience)
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday

About the Role

Monarch Education is recruiting an enthusiastic, resilient, and dedicated Science Teacher to work within a school in the Swadlincote area. This specialist environment supports pupils who have experienced challenges in mainstream education and require a tailored, nurturing, and motivational approach to learning.

As a Science Teacher in this setting, you will deliver engaging, practical, and accessible Science lessons across KS3-KS4, adapting content to meet individual needs and helping students rebuild confidence, curiosity, and respect for learning. You will be part of a supportive, skilled team focused on improving outcomes for vulnerable young people.

Key Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering creative, differentiated Science lessons (KS3-KS4)
• Inspiring pupils who may have SEMH needs or gaps in prior learning
• Using practical and hands‑on approaches to make Science engaging and accessible
• Forming positive, trust‑based relationships with pupils
• Implementing de-escalation strategies and promoting positive behaviour
• Tracking progress and providing supportive, high-quality feedback
• Working collaboratively with pastoral staff, teaching assistants, and external agencies
• Promoting a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Experience teaching Science at KS3-KS4
• Confidence working with pupils with SEMH needs or challenging behaviour
• A resilient, patient, and restorative approach to teaching
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to adapt teaching to meet diverse and individual needs
• Commitment to safeguarding and supporting vulnerable learners

Why work with Monarch Education?

• Dedicated consultant supporting you through your employment & placements
  * Weekly pay
  * Free CPD available online, resources and support provided online
  * Affinity Xtra benefits such as rewards and discounts
  * Refer a friend scheme

Safeguarding Statement

Monarch Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its temporary workers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will, in accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to a comprehensive pre‑employment checking process including references from current and previous employers, health, right to work in the UK, an enhanced DBS check and a further check against the appropriate barred list. This role involves working with children on a daily basis and is therefore in regulated activity.
Monarch Education is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications regardless of sex, age, race, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, religion and belief, pregnancy and maternity or disability.