Job Description:

Science Teacher – Derby (QTS Required)

Location:  Derby

Contract Type: Temp to perm
Start Date: April 2026
Pay Rate: £150–£230 per day (dependent on experience and responsibilities)
Qualification: QTS required
Experience: Minimum 6 months’ teaching experience in a UK secondary school

Overview:
Education Personnel are delighted to be working in partnership with a progressive and well-respected secondary school in Derby to recruit a dedicated Science Teacher for a full-time position starting April 2026. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled Science educator to contribute to a thriving department and support students at KS4 and potentially Science at KS5.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver the KS3 & KS4 Science curriculum, with KS5 teaching available if experienced.
• Plan, prepare, and assess Science lessons in line with department policies
• Monitor student progress and implement appropriate interventions
• Contribute to department improvement planning Science
• Attend staff meetings, CPD, and parents’ evenings as required

The Ideal Candidate:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Has at least 6 months of classroom teaching Science experience in a UK secondary setting
• Is passionate about Business education and student achievement
• Has excellent behaviour management and communication skills
• Demonstrates a collaborative approach and willingness to contribute to school life

Why apply through Education Personnel?

We work with you to find your perfect placement. We do not believe in “square pegs and round holes.” We take the time to understand your skills, goals, and working preferences to ensure the best fit. Whether you're an experienced teacher looking for a new challenge or just starting your journey in education, we're here to support you.

We offer:

• Day-to-day supply
• Long-term assignments
• Permanent positions
• Full-time (5 days per week)
• Part-time (1 day or more per week)

We aim to be different from the standard teaching agency. Our mission is to help you achieve more — and earn more.  We actively support campaigns to increase supply staff rights.

We are currently recruiting across Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire, and we place both qualified and unqualified staff in Secondary, SEND, and mainstream settings.