Unqualified Science Teacher - Northampton

Location: Northampton
Start Date: ASAP or September 2026
Contract Type: Full-Time | Long-Term | Permanent Preferred (Fixed-Term or Long-Term Supply Considered)
Daily Rate: £100-£160 (depending on experience and responsibilities)

Are you an experienced classroom practitioner teaching Science without Qualified Teacher Status? Are you confident delivering engaging lessons and now looking for a long-term opportunity in a supportive secondary school, with the potential to move into a permanent role?

Tradewind Recruitment is working with a well-regarded secondary school in Northampton seeking an Unqualified Science Teacher to join their team either ASAP or from September 2026. This is a full-time, long-term position, with a strong possibility of becoming permanent for the right candidate, although fixed-term and long-term supply arrangements will also be considered.

This role is ideal for someone who already has experience leading classes, covering lessons, or teaching Science in some capacity, and is now looking to take the next step in a more structured and supportive school environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Delivering Science lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4
• Planning and adapting lessons where required to meet student needs
• Supporting students in understanding key scientific concepts through clear explanation and practical work
• Managing classroom behaviour effectively and maintaining a positive learning environment
• Contributing to assessment, marking, and tracking student progress
• Working closely with qualified teachers and department staff to support curriculum delivery
• Participating in CPD, training, and wider school activities

We're looking for candidates who:

• Have previous experience teaching or covering Science lessons in a school setting
• Have strong subject knowledge in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or general Science
• Are confident managing a classroom independently
• Are passionate about education and supporting young people
• Are reliable, reflective, and keen to develop their practice further
• May hold a degree in a Science-related subject (desirable but not essential)
• Hold, or are willing to obtain, an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service

What you'll receive:

• A full-time role in a supportive Northampton secondary school
• Long-term opportunity with a clear pathway to a permanent position
• Competitive daily rate, paid weekly
• Access to high-quality CPD and professional development via The National College
• Ongoing support from an experienced Tradewind Recruitment consultant
• The opportunity to develop towards Qualified Teacher Status if desired

If you have classroom experience in Science and are ready to step into a more stable, long-term school role in Northampton, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to find out more about this Unqualified Science Teacher opportunity.