Teacher of Science | Secondary School | Wickford
Location: Wickford, Essex
Salary: £150 - £230 per day (MPS/UPS equivalent)
Ignite Curiosity and Discovery in Wickford
Randstad Education is searching for a dynamic and inquisitive Teacher of Science to join a forward-thinking secondary department in Wickford.
Core Responsibilities
- Practical Learning: Planning and conducting safe, engaging laboratory experiments that bring the curriculum to life.
- Curriculum Delivery: Teaching General Science at KS3 and your subject specialism at GCSE level (AQA/Edexcel/OCR).
- Exam Excellence: Preparing students for the rigors of required practicals and written examinations, ensuring high levels of attainment.
- Inclusion: Differentiating complex scientific concepts to ensure accessibility for all learners, including those with SEND.
- Safety & Compliance: Maintaining the highest standards of Health and Safety within the laboratory environment (COSHH).
What We Are Looking For
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS): A mandatory requirement. Applications from ECTs are highly encouraged.
- Scientific Background: A degree in a Science-related discipline.
- Passion for Inquiry: An ability to foster a "scientific mindset" in students-encouraging questioning, testing, and analytical thinking.
- Strong Management: Excellent classroom management skills to ensure a safe and productive lab environment.
- Local Connection: Wickford-based or able to commute easily via the A127 or the Southend-bound rail link.
Why Join Randstad Education?
- Competitive Daily Rates: Paid to scale, ensuring you are rewarded for your expertise.
- Supportive Transition: A dedicated consultant to help you settle into the Wickford school community.
- Professional Development: Free access to CPD, including specialised "Science Lab Safety" and "Behaviour Management" modules.
- Referral Rewards: Know another great teacher? Refer them to us and earn £300 in vouchers once they've worked 20 days.
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How to Apply
Are you ready to inspire the next generation of scientists in Wickford?
Click "Apply Now" to submit your CV. For more information on this role or other Science vacancies across Essex, please contact our secondary recruitment team today.