Teacher of Science Location: Wakefield Salary: MPS/UPS (dependent on experience) Contract: Full-time, Permanent Start Date: As soon as possible Bring Science to life, not just the syllabus We’re working with a secondary school in Wakefield that’s on the lookout for a Science teacher who can make lessons stick, the kind students remember long after the bell goes. This is a department where curiosity is encouraged, questions are welcomed, and practical learning isn’t squeezed out by paperwork. Whether it’s a perfectly timed demo, a well-run practical, or that moment when a student finally gets it, this is a role where those moments actually happen. What you’ll be doing Teaching Science across Key Stages 3 and 4 (KS5 available depending on specialism) Planning and delivering lessons that are clear, engaging, and accessible to all learners Bringing energy to practical work while keeping it safe, structured, and purposeful Tracking progress and supporting students to achieve their potential Working closely with a collaborative department that shares resources and ideas What the school offers A supportive Science department with a strong mix of experience and fresh ideas Well-equipped labs that allow you to actually teach practically Leadership that backs its staff and values good teaching over box-ticking Students who respond well to consistency and clear expectations A school culture that recognises the pressures of teaching and supports staff wellbeing We’re looking for someone who… Holds UK QTS (or equivalent recognised teaching qualification) Has experience teaching Science in a secondary setting Can deliver Biology, Chemistry, or Physics confidently at KS3 and KS4 Builds positive relationships and manages behaviour with clarity and fairness Sees Science as more than content, it’s about curiosity, problem-solving, and real-world thinking Safeguarding Statement This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references will be required. Why this role stands out There are plenty of Science roles out there, but not all of them give you the space to actually teach well. This one does. You’ll be joining a school where the department works together, where practical learning is valued, and where you’re trusted to do your job without unnecessary noise. If you’re ready to step into a role where your teaching makes a real difference from day one, we’d love to hear from you. Send your CVs to OR call me on. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the 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 FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.