Science Teacher
Location: Totnes
Contract: Full time, permanent
Working Hours: 08:45 - 16:45, Monday - Friday, term-time only
Salary: £24,410 - £39,300 per annum
Are you a passionate Science Teacher looking to inspire and support students with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? We are seeking a dedicated SEN Science Teacher to join a well-respected independent school in Totnes, known for its exceptional pastoral care and commitment to student success.
About the school:This independent SEN school is part of a national network of specialist schools and alternative provisions founded by experienced SEN educators. It provides a holistic and personalised learning experience for students aged 11-19 with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs and other learning challenges.The school offers a dynamic curriculum that combines academic and vocational pathways, supported by state-of-the-art facilities, including science labs, food technology rooms, construction workshops and a sports hall.
About the role:
As a Science Teacher, you will play a vital role in delivering an engaging and adaptable science curriculum tailored to students’ individual needs. Working closely with school leadership and support staff, you will create a positive and inclusive learning environment that fosters both academic achievement and personal growth.
Key responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver engaging, hands-on science lessons adapted to students with SEN and SEMH needs.
- Use creative and differentiated teaching strategies to ensure all learners are motivated and making progress.
- Foster curiosity and confidence in science, providing practical learning opportunities in fully equipped science labs.
- Work closely with teaching assistants, therapists and SENCOs to develop and implement EHCPs (Education, Health Care Plans)
- Promote a positive learning environment, managing behaviour effectively and encouraging student participation
- Assess and monitor progress, providing constructive feedback to support individual learning journeys
Who we’re looking for:
- A qualified Science Teacher with QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) or an equivalent teaching qualification
- Experience teaching science at secondary level, ideally within SEN, SEMH or alternative education settings
- Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to build trusting relationships with students
- A passionate and resilient educator who is committed to making a difference in the lives of young people
- A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
- Be part of a supportive and dynamic team in a school dedicated to transforming lives
- Teach in an innovative environment with excellent facilities and specialist SEN support
- Make a real impact on students who need a nurturing and understanding approach to education.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate Science Teacher to develop their career in a SEN setting and inspire the next generation of learners. If you’re ready to take on this rewarding challenge, we would love to hear from you!
Working with Long-term Teachers:
We are an independent agency working with Nurseries, Primary, Secondary and Special Schools.
LTT was founded with the aim of creating a genuine, transparent and straightforward service to help candidates secure their next role. We place a huge emphasis on delivering an exceptional service where you will be supported, listened to and valued throughout.
Your dedicated consultant will invest time to understand your experience, skill-set and what your ideal role looks like. You will have frequent updates with your progress through compliance, applications for specific roles as well as receiving additional information on roles which we feel may be of interest to you.
We are proud members of the REC and we have the highest standard of compliance. Working with us means you will get the very best support and guidance through the clearance process from your own specific point of contact from our in-house compliance team.
In addition you will receive:
- Guarantee Pay Scheme opportunities
- Permanent job roles
- Support and advice during the clearance and onboarding process
- Working to Agency Workers Regulations
- Interview preparation, advice and support
- Statutory employment rights, such as; sick pay, holiday pay, maternity and paternity pay