Job Description

Position: Science Teacher (Part Time) 

Location: Tower Hamlets 

Start date: September 2026 

Smart Teachers are working in partnership with a highly successful secondary school in Tower Hamlets to recruit a motivated and passionate Science Teacher for a part-time (0.4 FTE) / 17 hours per week position starting in September 2026.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving Science department within a school renowned for high academic achievement, exceptional behaviour and a strong culture of professional development. The role is ideal for an experienced teacher or ECT looking for a flexible, part-time teaching position.

The Role

The successful Science Teacher will:

Teach Science across Key Stages 3 and 4.

Deliver engaging and practical lessons that develop students' curiosity and understanding of scientific concepts.

Plan, assess and adapt learning to ensure all students make excellent progress.

Work collaboratively with an experienced and supportive Science department.

Maintain high expectations for behaviour, achievement and student engagement.

The School

This well-established secondary school has built an excellent reputation for academic excellence and outstanding pastoral care. Staff benefit from a collaborative culture where professional development is a priority, and leaders are committed to supporting career progression at every stage.

The Science department is well resourced, with modern laboratories and excellent technician support, enabling staff to deliver engaging practical lessons within a positive learning environment.

The school is conveniently located in Tower Hamlets with excellent transport links across London.

Requirements

The successful candidate will have:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.

Experience teaching Science at Key Stages 3 and 4.

A specialism in Biology, Chemistry or Physics is welcomed.

Strong classroom management skills and the ability to inspire young people.

A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Applications are welcomed from both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs).

What Smart Teachers Offer

As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:

Competitive daily rates of pay paid via PAYE.

Free access to high-quality CPD through The National College.

Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.

Opportunities to secure long-term and permanent positions.

Pension contributions.

Access to wellbeing support and employee assistance programmes.

Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. All applicants will be subject to thorough interviewing and referencing checks and must hold, or be willing to obtain, an Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service.

Smart Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Daniel Uwaifo on or email

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