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Hillingdon
9 months ago
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Are you a passionate Science Teacher ready to spark curiosity and ignite a love for learning in young minds? Teach Now is excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a talented educator to join a high-achieving secondary school in Hillingdon this September.

This is a permanent, full-time role teaching across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5, ideal for a teacher who thrives on delivering engaging lessons, pushing academic boundaries, and making science come alive in the classroom.

Whether your speciality is Biology, Chemistry, or Physics, this forward-thinking school provides a supportive environment for subject-specific growth and whole-school impact. With outstanding facilities, including modern labs and tech-integrated classrooms, you’ll have all the tools you need to inspire future scientists.

What Makes This Role Stand Out?

• Innovative Science Department with a dynamic, collaborative team and regular CPD opportunities.

• Access to well-equipped laboratories, tailored science resources, and exciting STEM projects.

• A diverse, inquisitive student body with a genuine enthusiasm for science and discovery.

• Clear progression pathways into leadership or curriculum development roles.

• An SLT that values creativity, supports staff wellbeing, and champions professional growth.

• Excellent transport links and on-site parking for a smooth daily commute.

• A school known for academic excellence and outstanding student behaviour, making it a joy to teach in.

If you're ready to deliver impactful lessons, stretch learners’ potential, and become part of an inspiring educational community — we want to hear from you!

Why work via Teach Now?

Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff.

We:

• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.

• Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.

• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.

• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance

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