Teacher of Science
Long-Term Cover
Chatham, Kent
£150 - £220 (depending on experience)
Jan 2026 Start
We are currently seeking a qualified Teacher of Science, with a preference for Biology, to join a well-regarded secondary school in Chatham from January 2026. This role will begin on a long-term cover basis.
The successful candidate will be expected to teach KS3 and KS4 Science, delivering a curriculum that is both exciting and engaging, while supporting students' academic development. This school will consider Early Careers Teachers as well as experienced cover supervisors or graduate instructors with a Science specialism.
To be successful in this role, you will need to demonstrate:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a specialist in Science, ideally Biology
- Proven ability to teach mixed-ability classes at KS3 and KS4
- An innovative and engaging teaching style
- A willingness to embrace new technologies and teaching methods
Benefits of working for Pearson Whiffin Education:
- A specialist education team with over 15 years of recruitment experience in the Kent market
- A dedicated candidate manager to support you through the registration and compliance process
- Support with your CV, application forms, and interview prep as and when you need it
- A team that knows the value of working locally and wants to help you find the most suitable role for you
- A commitment to transparency and honesty in how we work with both our candidates and schools
- Competitive rates of pay and a simple payroll system meaning you get paid correctly every week
If you have the necessary skills and would like to find out more about this Science Teacher job in Kent, then please contact Daniel Goodwin on 01732 795109, WhatsApp 07568 113083, or email daniel@pearsonwhiffin.co.uk.
Is this role not quite right for you? Do you know someone who should apply? Recommend them to us and we will reward you with a referral bonus.*
Pearson Whiffin Education offer a specialist recruitment and supply service to schools and school-based staff across Kent including Margate, Ramsgate, Canterbury, Ashford, Sittingbourne, Faversham, Maidstone, Tonbridge, Tunbridge Wells, Gillingham, Chatham, Rochester, Strood, Gravesend, Ebbsfleet, Northfleet, and Dartford.
Pearson Whiffin Education are always looking for new candidates. Please contact us if you are a teacher, tutor, instructor, cover supervisor, HLTA, teaching assistant, pastoral support, behaviour support, SEMH and SEND specialist staff, premises manager, premises assistant, or school specialist administrator and you are looking for your next job opportunity.
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