Science Teacher | Dudley

Science Teacher | Secondary Schools (Dudley & Surrounding Areas)

Start Date: September 2026
Location: Dudley & the Black Country
Contract: Full-time / Part-time
Pay: Competitive, based on experience

About the Role

Zest Education is seeking dedicated and enthusiastic Science Teachers for full‑time and part‑time roles across Dudley and the wider Black Country area, starting September 2026.

These positions involve delivering the full Science curriculum across KS3 and KS4, with opportunities to teach your specialist subject at KS5 depending on school requirements. Subjects include Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.

We work with a variety of secondary schools — from large academies to smaller community settings — all of which offer supportive, inclusive environments and place a strong emphasis on raising achievement for all students.

You Will:

• Plan and deliver engaging Science lessons aligned with the national curriculum
• Create a positive and inspiring learning environment
• Assess pupil progress through tests, assignments and other assessment methods
• Provide constructive feedback and personalised support
• Maintain high standards of classroom behaviour
• Contribute to the wider Science department where required

Planning and marking responsibilities apply only to short‑term or long‑term placements.

What We’re Looking For:

• A PGCE or equivalent UK teaching qualification with QTS
• A bachelor’s degree (ideally in a science‑related subject)
• Confident subject knowledge across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience teaching KS3–KS4 Science (KS5 experience desirable)
• Ability to plan, deliver, and assess high‑quality lessons
• Good classroom and behaviour‑management skills

Why Choose Zest Education?

When you join Zest, you’ll receive:

• A dedicated consultant who listens to your needs and goals
• Access to a wide range of secondary roles across the region
• Competitive rates of pay
• Opportunities for CPD and ongoing professional support
• A friendly, supportive team focused on placing passionate educators

Interested?

To apply or find out more, email Abigail at [email removed] .
Alternatively, click ‘Apply for job’ at the top of the page to submit your details.

Safeguarding

Zest Education is an APSCo‑audited agency committed to safeguarding children. All candidates must:

• Hold an Enhanced DBS (or be willing for us to process one)
• Be registered on the DBS Update Service
• Provide references covering the last two years
• Successfully pass all required safeguarding checks

Minimum Requirement: Recent school‑based experience (within the last 5 years in a UK curriculum school) and/or relevant care‑based experience.
Contract Type: Temporary supply work.
Salary: Dependent on experience, training and qualifications.

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