Job Description

Science Teacher - St Austell

Location: St Austell
Pay: £150-£220 per day (depending on experience and responsibilities)
Start date: September 2025 (or sooner if available)
Contract: Full-time, long-term or temp-to-perm
Key stages: KS3 - KS4 (KS5 teaching available depending on experience)

We're supporting a secondary school in the St Austell area that's looking for an enthusiastic and committed Science Teacher to join their team. The school has a positive, well-structured environment with strong leadership and a clear focus on pupil engagement and progress.

Whether you specialise in Biology, Chemistry, or Physics, if you love your subject and bring clarity and energy to your teaching, this could be a great opportunity to step into a supportive, ambitious school.


What they're looking for:

  • A qualified Science Teacher (QTS or QTLS)

  • Someone with strong subject knowledge in at least one specialism

  • A confident classroom presence and good behaviour management

  • Ability to teach across KS3 and KS4 (KS5 is a bonus but not essential)

  • Someone who's genuinely passionate about science and education


You'll need:

  • An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply)

  • Two recent references

  • The right to work in the UK


What's on offer:

  • Competitive daily pay and weekly payments

  • A welcoming department and supportive SLT

  • Ongoing training and CPD opportunities

  • The chance to secure a permanent contract

  • A consultant (me!) who knows the local schools well and will support you throughout


If you're a Science Teacher looking for a new role - get in touch and let's find the right fit.

Ryan Gear
ryan.gear@twrecruitment.com
01872 722669


Safeguarding Statement:
Tradewind Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.