training and education
E-learning modules
£150 - £230 per day
Bury St Edmunds
Are you an enthusiastic Science specialist ready to spark a passion for discovery in the historic market town of Bury St Edmunds?
Can you lead engaging laboratory investigations while making complex scientific concepts accessible and exciting?
If you are looking for a full-time, temporary contract that offers competitive pay and the backing of a leading education agency, Randstad wants to hear from you.
At Randstad Education, we are seeking a dedicated Qualified Science Teacher (QTS) to join our partner Secondary School in Bury St Edmunds. This full-time, temporary role is an excellent opportunity to step into an established, well-resourced STEM department and make an immediate impact. Whether your expertise lies in Biology, Chemistry, or Physics, you will be welcomed into a team that values collaborative planning, practical learning, and high academic aspirations.
Your Responsibilities
- Practical Lesson Delivery: Plan and deliver high-impact Science lessons across KS3 and KS4, translating theoretical concepts into engaging classroom learning.
- Laboratory Leadership: Facilitate safe and inspiring practical experiments, coordinating closely with the technician team to bring the curriculum to life.
- Exam Strategy: Guide Year 11 cohorts through their GCSE specifications (Combined and Triple Science), utilising data-driven interventions to push every student toward their target grades.
- Adaptive Teaching: Expertly differentiate complex topics for a diverse classroom, providing scaffolding for students building foundational skills while stretching high-attaining learners.
- Assessment & Feedback: Maintain the school's standards for timely marking, tracking, and constructive feedback throughout the duration of your temporary assignment.
- Faculty Integration: Work collaboratively within the Science department to share resources, participate in moderation, and maintain consistency for all pupils.
What You'll Bring to the Team
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) / QTLS: Mandatory. A degree in a scientific discipline (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or a related STEM field).
- Technical Precision: The confidence to model accurate laboratory techniques and maintain rigorous health and safety standards (CLEAPSS).
- Classroom Command: Exceptional classroom management skills, with the ability to quickly establish rapport, trust, and mutual respect with new classes.
- Adaptability: The flexibility to seamlessly integrate into a new school community and hit the ground running with a full-time timetable.
- Compliance: An enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service (or a willingness to process a new one via Randstad).
Why Partner with Randstad?
- Daily Rates : £150 - £230 per day
- Local Suffolk Placements: Secure regular work in Bury St Edmunds, with easy transport links from Ipswich, Cambridge, and surrounding West Suffolk areas.
- Continuous Growth: Access our extensive library of free, certified CPD courses-including advanced behaviour management and safeguarding-to keep your professional portfolio sharp.
- Dedicated Partnership: Benefit from a direct relationship with Neeraj, your specialist Randstad consultant, who will manage your compliance and support you throughout the assignment.
- Referral Rewards: Earn a £300 voucher as a thank you for every qualified secondary teacher or school support professional you successfully refer to our team!
How to Apply
If you are a dedicated and supportive individual ready to make a difference in a school setting, please apply immediately with your CV or contact Neeraj at neeraj.kommaravalli@randstad.co.uk for more information.
We are the UK market leader for recruitment in education. We have nearly two decades of experience helping teachers and support staff find temporary and permanent roles in schools, colleges, and nurseries. We partner with over 2,500 schools each week, supporting more than 135,000 children every day across the country, which allows us to find the right match for your skills.
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