Job Description

General Science Teacher - Maternity Cover (1-Year Fixed Term)
Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-Time, Fixed-Term (12 months)
Salary: £33,000 - £50,000 per annum (Main Pay Scale - London Fringe, dependent on experience)
Key Stages: KS3 and KS4 (Applications also welcomed from experienced Primary or Unqualified Teachers)

Tradewind Recruitment is urgently recruiting on behalf of a well-regarded alternative provision in St Albans for a General Science Teacher to cover a maternity leave from September 2025. The headteacher is looking to interview suitable candidates immediately, so early application is strongly advised.

This is a rare opportunity to make a real impact in a student-focused environment where class sizes are small, pastoral support is strong, and the staff team is committed and collaborative. The school supports young people who have found mainstream education challenging and provides a nurturing, structured setting.

About the Role:

  • Deliver General Science across KS3 and KS4

  • Full-time maternity cover for the full academic year (September 2025 - July 2026)

  • Engage and motivate students with SEMH needs through creative, differentiated teaching

  • Based at a supportive alternative provision in St Albans

Ideal Candidate:

  • Qualified Teacher (QTS/QTLS) or experienced unqualified teacher with relevant subject and classroom experience

  • Prior experience with SEMH students is highly desirable

  • Strong behaviour management and the ability to create an inclusive learning environment

  • Energetic, committed, and ready to make an immediate impact

  • Available for the full academic year from September 2025

What the School Offers:

  • A vital teaching role in a respected St Albans school

  • Small class sizes and a supportive staff team

  • Ongoing professional development opportunities

  • Excellent staff-to-student ratios and well-equipped learning spaces

  • Continuous support from Tradewind Recruitment throughout the placement

Immediate interviews are being arranged. If you are ready to step into a rewarding role where you can truly make a difference, don't delay.

To apply or find out more, contact Carlo at Tradewind Recruitment today:
Phone: 01727 236 255
Email: carlo.randazzo@twrecruitment.com