Science Teacher

Location: Purley, South London Salary: £200 - £250 per day Contract: Long-term Start date: 2 November 2026 Salary depends on qualifications, experience and pay scale position, with the highest rate applicable to candidates with substantial teaching experience.

About the role Help students discover their strengths through Science. Transparency Education is seeking an engaging Science Teacher for a long-term opportunity at an independent special day school in Purley. You'll teach students aged 11–16 with autism (ASD) and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, supporting academic progress alongside confidence and independence.

The school offers a mainstream-style academic curriculum with specialist support, helping students work towards GCSEs and equivalent qualifications that reflect their abilities and aspirations. This is an opportunity to deliver ambitious teaching while adapting your approach to individual learners.

Plan and deliver engaging Science lessons across KS3 and KS4, including accessible practical activities. Adapt teaching to students' learning profiles, communication needs and emotional regulation. Assess progress and prepare students for GCSEs and equivalent qualifications.

Work closely with support staff and the SEND team to maintain a safe, positive learning environment. A recognised teaching qualification and experience teaching secondary Science. Strong subject knowledge and confidence supporting GCSE-level learning.

Experience supporting students with SEND, particularly ASD and SEMH needs. A calm, adaptable approach, with strong relationship-building and classroom management skills. A supportive, collaborative staff team. Regular CPD to develop your specialist teaching practice.

A calm, low-arousal environment designed around students' needs. Excellent specialist facilities, including creative, technology and enrichment spaces.

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