training and education
Safeguarding & Prevent
Location: Woking, Surrey
Permanent Contract | September Start
Why teach Science in a standard lab when you can teach it in a Planetarium?
We are seeking an intellectually curious and ambitious Science Teacher (QTS) to join an 11-16 school in Woking that treats Science as the flagship of its curriculum. This is a rare opportunity for a specialist who wants to merge high academic standards with truly immersive learning.
A Hub for InnovationThis school is not just "Good" (Ofsted); it is a pioneer in the state sector. By joining this department, you gain access to facilities that are typically the reserve of private institutions or universities:
The UK's First State-School Planetarium: A breathtaking resource that allows you to take Physics and Space modules to a dimension your students have never seen before.
A "Competency-Based" Philosophy: We don't just teach for exams; we teach for life. You will help students master 13 core competencies, from critical thinking to resilience.
Technological Integration: From an on-site radio station to high-spec labs, this is an environment where "the way things have always been done" is constantly challenged.
Curriculum: Delivery of high-impact Science lessons across KS3 and KS4.
Standards: You will join a high-performing team where student behaviour is exemplary ("Ready, Respectful, Responsible") and results are consistently strong.
Support: A department that values intellectual autonomy-you have the freedom to be the expert in your room.
The Credentials: Must hold QTS and have a solid track record within UK secondary schools.
The Legalities: You must have the Right to Work in the UK (Sponsorship is not available).
The Mindset: You are a Science advocate. You believe that every student should leave school with a deep appreciation for how the world (and the universe) works.
Take your career to a school that matches your passion for discovery. Reach out to Paul Hirchfield at Randstad Education for a confidential discussion or to arrange a visit.
Lead Consultant: Paul Hirchfield
Phone: 01293 527416
Email: paul.hirchfield@randstad.co.uk
