Qualified Science Teacher - Specialist SEND Setting
Location: Bristol
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £145 - £233 per day (dependent on experience / teacher pay scale)
Are you a passionate Science Teacher who wants to make a real difference in the lives of young people who need education delivered in a different way?
Do you have the patience, empathy and creativity to support students with special educational needs and social, emotional and mental health challenges?
TeacherActive are recruiting a Qualified Science Teacher to join a specialist SEND provision in the Bristol area, working with KS3/KS4 students studying Science.
This is a temporary position initially expected to become permanent in September 2026.
About the Setting
This specialist provision supports young people who may have found mainstream education challenging or inaccessible.
Students within the setting have a range of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Many learners have also experienced Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and early childhood trauma, which can impact their engagement with education.
Because of this, the school takes a therapeutic, relationship-led approach, prioritising safety, trust and emotional regulation alongside academic learning.
Classes are very small, typically 1–3 students, and are supported by an HLTA or Teaching Assistant, allowing for highly personalised teaching and strong relationship building.
Learning is delivered through a holistic and flexible curriculum, combining academic subjects with practical, creative and outdoor learning experiences such as horticulture, craft and land-based activities. This approach helps students build confidence, independence and life skills, while working towards recognised qualifications.
The Role
The successful candidate will:
Deliver engaging Science lessons
Adapt teaching to meet the individual learning and emotional needs of students with SEND
Use creative, practical approaches to make Science accessible and engaging
Build positive, consistent relationships with students
Work collaboratively with support staff and the wider pastoral team
Create a calm, structured learning environment where students feel safe to learn
We Are Looking For Someone Who Has:
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Strong knowledge of the GCSE Science curriculum
Experience working with SEND, SEMH, or neurodiverse learners
Confidence supporting students with ASC, ADHD and trauma-related needs
Excellent behaviour management and de-escalation skills
A strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection
Patience, resilience and a genuine commitment to supporting vulnerable young people
In Return, TeacherActive Will Offer:
Competitive rates of pay (paid weekly via PAYE)
Support from a dedicated and experienced consultant
Access to the TeacherActive App to manage your availability
Free access to CPD through our MyProgression platform
Opportunities to work with other specialist settings
An excellent Refer a Friend scheme (T&Cs apply)
All supply staff are paid via PAYE, ensuring the correct Tax and National Insurance contributions are paid with no hid7 (Apply online only) or email .
All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and invited to register with TeacherActive.
All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.
Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services