Science Teacher

Randstad · Paignton, South West

Science Teacher at Randstad, based in Paignton, South West. This is a permanent role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Paignton, South West
Contract
Permanent
Posted
1 week ago
Closes
17 Oct 2026
Sector
Teacher

Reference PR-1530257:SW:F

About the role

Secondary Science Teacher - Supply & General Cover | Torbay

Job Title: Secondary Science Teacher (QTS Required)

Location: Torbay & Surrounding Areas (Torquay, Paignton, Brixham)

Position Type: Daily Supply, Short-Term & Long-Term Cover

Working Hours: 8:30 am - 3:30 pm

Daily Pay Rate: £130 - £160 per day (Paid to scale for long-term roles)

Agency: Randstad Education

Are you a qualified Science Teacher looking for daily supply work, general cover, or long-term teaching roles in Torbay?

Randstad Education is currently recruiting enthusiastic Secondary Science Teachers (QTS essential) to join partner secondary schools across Torbay and the surrounding South Devon area. Enjoy flexible work, a healthy work-life balance, and competitive daily rates without the stress of evening marking or lesson planning!

Key Responsibilities
  • Science Cover Teaching: Deliver engaging Biology, Chemistry, and Physics lessons across Key Stage 3 (KS3) and Key Stage 4 (KS4).

  • General Cover Teacher Duties: Provide high-quality cover across a range of secondary subjects as required by schools.

  • Classroom & Behaviour Management: Maintain a structured, safe, and positive learning environment in line with school policies.

  • Work-Life Balance: Leave at 3:30 pm with zero evening planning or marking for day-to-day supply assignments.

Candidate Requirements
  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or ECT (Early Career Teacher) status is essential.

  • Strong classroom management skills and secondary curriculum knowledge.

  • An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one through Randstad).

  • Eligibility to work in the UK.

How to Apply

Ready to secure flexible supply teaching work in Torbay? Get in touch with Hannah Joyner at Randstad Education today!

  • Email: [email removed]

  • Phone: [phone removed]


experience

Teaching


skills

121 teaching experience,ability to communicate with parents,ability to work well under pressure,able to inspire,be a role model,building rapport with children,career driven,communication,effective discipline,empathy,engaging,excellent time management,FMS experience,good behaviour management skills,good classroom management,good communication skills,good sense of humour,high expectations,keen to contribute to the life of the school,key stage 3 experience,key stage 4 experience,key stage 5 experience,knowledge of A-level specification,knowledge of curriculum,knowledge of GCSE specification,knowledge of subject,motivated,partake in extra curricular activities,passion for education,SEN experience,set clear objectives,SIMS experience,sixth form experience,teaching assistant experience,team player,work well autonomously,years 7-11 experience


qualifications

BA Hons (QTS),BEd,BSc Hons (QTS),PGCE,PGCE,PGDE (Scotland),QTLS,QTS,Schools direct,SCITT


education

high school,college,university

Reference: PR-1530257:SW:F · Posted 1 week ago · Closes 17 Oct 2026 · Listed via Randstad

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