Science Teacher – Dorchester Full-Time | Start Date January Are you a passionate Science Teacher looking to work in a school where relationships matter and students are truly known as individuals? A welcoming, smaller secondary school in Dorset is seeking an enthusiastic Science Teacher to join its committed team. This is a school with rising expectations and improving outcomes, where pupils are now making better progress than in previous years. Staff work within a calm, purposeful environment that promotes high academic standards alongside personal development, well-being and confidence. As a Science Teacher, you will teach across Key Stages 3 and 4, inspiring curiosity and independent thinking while helping students develop the skills they need for future success. You will be part of a close-knit staff team that values collaboration, trust and professional judgement. We’re looking for someone who can: Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification Teach Science effectively at secondary level Deliver engaging, well-structured lessons that motivate and challenge students Build strong relationships through clear communication and positive classroom practice Share a commitment to high expectations, good manners and a positive learning culture What the school offers: A supportive, friendly working environment within a smaller school community Students who are known well, valued as individuals and encouraged to succeed A positive and purposeful teaching atmosphere where staff are supported to do their best work Opportunities to develop professionally as the school continues to build on recent successes A strong partnership with parents and a shared commitment to raising standards This is an excellent opportunity for a Science Teacher who values connection, consistency and making a genuine difference to young people’s lives within a happy and ambitious school. If you’re ready to inspire the next generation of scientists in a school that puts students and staff at its heart, we’d love to hear from you. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.