Teaching Assistant

Science Teacher

Start Date: November 2025

Pay: £120–£170 per day

Contract: Short-term, with potential to become permanent

Location - L15

Are you a passionate Science Teacher looking for an exciting new opportunity in Liverpool?

Can you inspire students to develop a curiosity for Science and explore the world around them?

Are you confident delivering engaging Science lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, including supporting pupils with their GCSE preparation?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a mainstream secondary school in Liverpool that is committed to providing high-quality education and helping every student succeed. The school provides a supportive learning environment, excellent facilities and a range of opportunities designed to encourage both academic achievement and personal development.

The school is seeking a passionate and committed Science Teacher to join its supportive team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a teacher who can bring Science to life through engaging lessons, practical investigations and real-world applications, while helping students develop their scientific knowledge, confidence and curiosity.

The successful Science Teacher will deliver engaging and effective lessons across KS3 and KS4, covering Biology, Chemistry and Physics, following the school's schemes of learning and supporting students with their GCSE Science preparation.

You will be expected to maintain high expectations for learning and behaviour, promote safe working practices during practical activities and adapt your teaching to meet the needs of pupils with a range of abilities.

The successful Science Teacher will have:

QTS in Science or a relevant secondary teaching qualification – ECTs are welcome to apply

Experience teaching Science within a secondary school setting

Experience delivering Science across KS3 and KS4

A strong understanding of the GCSE Science curriculum, including Biology, Chemistry and Physics

The confidence to plan and deliver engaging practical experiments while maintaining appropriate laboratory safety standards

Strong classroom and behaviour management skills

The ability to plan and deliver engaging, differentiated Science lessons

A passion for inspiring young people to develop their scientific understanding, curiosity and problem-solving skills

Why work with TeacherActive?

Competitive rates of pay that recognise your skills and experience

A dedicated team of experienced consultants available 24/7

A quick and straightforward on-boarding process

Professional development opportunities through our My-Progression CPD courses and certificates

PAYE payment, with no hidden admin fees or unexpected deductions

£100 referral bonus when you recommend a friend*

Ongoing career support to help you find opportunities that match your experience, goals and availability

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you're paying the correct level of Tax and National Insurance, with no unnecessary admin charges coming out of your hard-earned pay.

If you're an enthusiastic Science Teacher ready to inspire the next generation of scientists and make a positive impact in a Liverpool secondary school, click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch to discuss this fantastic opportunity.

Contact: Mia Houssein

Email:

Telephone: (phone number removed)

Terms and conditions apply.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. 

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment