Science Teacher – Southwark | September 2026 Start | Full-Time

Are you a passionate Science Teacher looking for your next opportunity this September?

Engage Education is partnering with a number of successful secondary schools across Southwark to recruit enthusiastic and dedicated Science Teachers for full-time positions starting in September 2026.

Whether your specialism is Biology, Chemistry or Physics, or you are an Early Career Teacher (ECT) looking to begin your teaching career, this is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive school committed to delivering high-quality science education.

The Role

As a Science Teacher, you will:

• Deliver engaging and inspiring Science lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, with opportunities to teach your specialist subject at Key Stage 5 where appropriate.
• Plan, prepare and deliver high-quality lessons that challenge and support students of all abilities.
• Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback to maximise achievement.
• Create a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment, ensuring practical lessons are delivered safely and effectively.
• Work collaboratively with the Science department to develop an engaging and ambitious curriculum.
• Contribute to extracurricular activities, STEM initiatives and intervention programmes where appropriate.

The Ideal Candidate

We’re looking for someone who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Has experience teaching Science in a secondary school setting.
• Has excellent subject knowledge in Biology, Chemistry, Physics or General Science.
• Is passionate about inspiring young people to develop a lifelong interest in science.
• Demonstrates strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Has excellent communication, organisational and teamwork skills.

What’s on Offer

• Full-time positions starting September 2026.
• Competitive daily rates or salary, depending on the nature of the role.
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions.
• A supportive leadership team and well-resourced Science department.
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Dedicated support from your Engage Education consultant throughout your placement.

If you’re ready to inspire the next generation of scientists and make a real impact in the classroom, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Engage Education to find out more about our Science Teacher opportunities in Southwark for September 2026.