General Science Teacher – Permanent, full-time from September 2026
This General Science Teacher role offers the opportunity to work in a specialist secondary setting supporting pupils with autism and ADHD. The school provides a structured and nurturing environment where teaching is personalised to meet pupils’ academic, social, and emotional needs. This role would suit a General Science Teacher who is passionate about inclusive education and confident adapting science teaching for learners who benefit from consistency, clarity, and strong relationships.Duties as General Science Teacher:

• Plan and deliver engaging General Science lessons adapted for pupils with additional needs
• Teach across biology, chemistry, and physics to a range of abilities
• Adapt curriculum content and teaching strategies to support pupils with autism and ADHD
• Create a calm, structured, and predictable classroom environment
• Use positive behaviour and emotional regulation strategies consistently
• Assess and monitor pupil progress, adapting teaching to support individual outcomes
• Work closely with support staff and wider teams to deliver inclusive practice
• Support pupils’ confidence, engagement, and curiosity in science
• Uphold safeguarding, welfare, and health and safety responsibilities at all times

Ideal General Science Teacher:

• Qualified Teacher Status or QTLS
• Strong background in teaching Science at secondary level
• Experience working in SEND, PRU, or alternative provision, or as a generalist SEND Teacher
• Confident adapting Science teaching for pupils with additional needs
• Calm, resilient, and flexible teaching approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Commitment to inclusive education and safeguarding

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