Position: Early Career Teacher (Science) Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent Start Date: 01/09/2026 Location: Hertfordshire, London Salary: £34,398 – £36,373 per year Salary will be paid at M1 in line with the Outer London Main Pay Scale and is suitable for an Early Career Teacher beginning their teaching career. About the Role Teach Now is recruiting on behalf of a well-regarded secondary school in Hertfordshire, rated “Good” by Ofsted (2024), for an Early Career Teacher (Science) to join their supportive Science department from September 2026. This full-time, permanent role is an excellent opportunity for a motivated ECT to begin their career in a school that values professional development, collaboration and high-quality teaching. You will teach General Science across Key Stages 3 and 4, delivering engaging lessons that inspire curiosity and a love of scientific learning. The school serves around 950 students aged 11–19 and offers modern facilities and well-equipped laboratories to support effective teaching and learning. Requirements To be eligible for this role, applicants must have: • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or be currently completing teacher training • A degree in Science or a related subject • Strong subject knowledge across Biology, Chemistry and Physics at KS3/KS4 • Excellent communication and classroom management skills • A passion for engaging students and supporting academic progress Applications are welcomed from trainee teachers currently completing their PGCE. Key Responsibilities • Plan and deliver engaging General Science lessons across KS3 and KS4 • Inspire curiosity and enthusiasm for scientific enquiry and discovery • Use assessment to monitor progress and support attainment • Participate in the ECT induction programme, mentoring and CPD • Maintain high expectations for behaviour, engagement and achievement • Encourage students to develop scientific thinking and problem-solving skills • Attend department meetings, CPD sessions and parents’ evenings What the School Can Offer • A structured ECT induction programme with mentoring and reduced timetable • A supportive and collaborative Science department • Excellent CPD and career development opportunities • Modern laboratories and well-resourced facilities • A positive and inclusive school culture Why work via Teach Now? Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We: • Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance. • Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days. • Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee. • Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders Application Process: Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you. Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures. We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance