Science Teacher - Independent School | Leicester

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A prestigious independent school with an exceptional, well-established Science department is seeking an inspiring, knowledgeable, and dedicated Science Teacher to join its thriving academic community.

Job Overview

Our client is recruiting for a Science Teacher to begin ASAP or April 2026 . This outstanding independent, co-educational school is renowned for:

• Its superb academic standards across the sciences

• A deeply supportive pastoral ethos

• A rich and varied co-curricular programme that places strong emphasis on STEM

The successful candidate will deliver engaging, intellectually ambitious Science lessons from KS3 to KS5 , working with highly motivated, articulate, and enthusiastic pupils who demonstrate a genuine curiosity for scientific enquiry and discovery.

The School

This is a school where excellence in Science is genuinely celebrated. The department is widely respected for its strong examination results, innovative curriculum design, and practical, hands-on approach to learning that extends beyond the classroom.

Pupils benefit from:

• A broad, challenging, and well-sequenced Science curriculum

• Regular access to high-quality practical work and investigative learning

• Exposure to Biology, Chemistry, and Physics at an advanced level

• Opportunities to take part in STEM clubs, academic competitions, lectures, and enrichment activities

• A strong emphasis on analytical thinking, problem-solving, and scientific literacy

Parents frequently praise the school’s nurturing environment, high academic expectations, and commitment to developing confident, intellectually curious, and well-rounded young people.

Staff describe the school as supportive, collaborative, and professionally rewarding, with a strong emphasis on autonomy, shared best practice, and continuous professional development.

Benefits typically include:

• Outstanding CPD and opportunities for career progression

• State-of-the-art laboratories and exceptional teaching resources

• A genuine focus on staff wellbeing and work-life balance

• Fee remission (where applicable)

• A vibrant co-curricular programme including science clubs, trips, visiting speakers, and competitions

Location: Leicester
Start Date: ASAP or April 2026
Salary: Highly competitive and dependent on experience

Science Teacher – Experience and Qualifications

• A degree in Science or a related discipline

• A recognised teaching qualification with QTS (e.g. PGCE)

• Excellent subject knowledge and a passion for Science education

• Strong communication, planning, and ICT skills

• The ability to inspire, challenge, and support pupils of all abilities

• The legal right to work in the UK

Application

If you are an enthusiastic and highly motivated Science Teacher seeking to join an independent school with an exceptional Science department, please submit your CV at your earliest convenience.