Science Teacher

Science Teacher – Secondary Schools in Birmingham

Location: Birmingham and surrounding areas
Salary: £150 – £250 per day (depending on experience)
Contract Type: Full-Time / Long-Term / Temp-to-Perm
Start Date: September 2025 (or sooner)
Agency: First for Education

Inspire Curiosity – Teach Science with First for Education

Are you a passionate Science Teacher with the ability to ignite students’ curiosity about the world around them?
Looking for your next long-term role in a supportive Birmingham secondary school?

First for Education is currently recruiting for an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Science Teacher to join a welcoming and well-resourced school in Birmingham. Whether you specialise in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or are confident across all disciplines, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging and challenging Science lessons across KS3 and KS4 (KS5 desirable but not essential)
• Promote scientific thinking and practical investigation
• Plan differentiated lessons to support learners of all abilities
• Assess and track student progress in line with school and national standards
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment
• Contribute to the wider Science department and whole-school life
• Ensure compliance with all safeguarding and behaviour policies

What We Offer:

• Competitive daily pay: £150 – £250 (based on experience and responsibilities)
• Long-term and temp-to-perm roles to suit your goals
• Free access to CPD including safeguarding, classroom management and subject-specific training
• Work with a network of schools across Birmingham and the West Midlands
• Ongoing support from a dedicated local consultant who understands your subject and career path

What We’re Looking For:

• UK-recognised teaching qualification (QTS or equivalent)
• Recent experience teaching Science in a UK secondary setting
• Strong subject knowledge in at least one science discipline (Biology, Chemistry, or Physics)
• A passion for education and commitment to student progress
• Excellent behaviour management and organisational skills
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one)
• Two relevant and recent references

Location Flexibility:

This role is based in Birmingham, but we also work with schools in Solihull, Sutton Coldfield, Sandwell, Dudley, Walsall, and Wolverhampton. If this opportunity isn’t the right fit, we’ll help find one that suits you.

How to Apply:

Click ‘Apply Now’ to upload your CV, or email korey.yglesias@firstforeducation.co.uk
You can also register on our website at www.firstforeducation.co.uk or call 0121 285 4840 to speak with a member of our team.

First for Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and thorough referencing in line with our safer recruitment policy.