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Science Teacher

Job details
Posting date: 04 June 2026
Salary: £32,916 to £51,047 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 02 July 2026
Location: Reading, Berkshire
Company: senploy
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 219900

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Summary

Prospero Teaching is working with an independent school in the Reading area to recruit a knowledgeable and committed Science Teacher (QTS) for a September start. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well‑resourced school environment with smaller class sizes and a strong focus on tailored teaching and student support.

You will be responsible for delivering engaging Science lessons across KS3 and KS4, supporting pupils to develop a clear understanding of key scientific concepts. The school is particularly suited to teachers who can adopt a flexible and supportive teaching style, adapting lessons to meet a range of learning needs.

This role would suit both experienced teachers and confident ECTs who are looking to work within a more personalised and structured setting.
- Teach Science across KS3 and KS4
- Plan and deliver differentiated, engaging lessons
- Support pupils in developing scientific understanding and confidence
- Assess work and monitor student progress
- Maintain a structured and supportive classroom environment
- Work collaboratively with support staff and wider teams
- Promote positive behaviour and engagement
- Follow safeguarding and school policies consistently
- Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Strong subject knowledge in Science
- Experience teaching at secondary level
- Comfortable adapting lessons to support a range of learning needs
- Strong classroom management and organisational skills
- Patient, flexible, and approachable teaching style
- Suitable for experienced teachers and ECTs
- Position: Science Teacher (QTS)
- Location: Reading
- Start Date: September
- Working Pattern: Full‑time
- Pay Rate: £32,916 - £51,047 per annum (M1-U3)
- Key Stages: KS3-KS4
- Setting: Independent School
- QTS required
- Secondary Science teaching experience preferred
- Experience in independent or specialist settings beneficial
- Safeguarding training can be provided
- Free accredited CPD, including safeguarding & behaviour management
- Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
- Guidance throughout the recruitment and interview process
- Opportunities for continued and permanent roles

If you're a Science Teacher looking for a September role in an independent school setting in Reading, we'd love to hear from you.

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