551 Science Teacher jobs in the United Kingdom

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At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance — and we’re putting wellbeing first.

That’s why we’re proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you can work one day less each week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full-time pay.

Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW — and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. So, whether it’s already in place or just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to join #teamOFG.

Job Title: Science Teacher
Location: Groveside School, Reading, Berkshire, RG2 7AY
Salary:     Up to £45,000 per annum (dependent on experience, not pro rata ) plus £,000 Welcome Bonus (T&Cs apply)
Hours:     37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only
Start:        January 2026

UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

Are you a passionate Science Teacher who thrives in a nurturing, inclusive environment? Do you want to make a lasting impact on the lives of pupils with additional and complex needs?

Groveside School is looking for an experienced and motivated Science Teacher to lead the development of Science across our school. This is a rewarding opportunity to join a supportive, creative team and help shape the education of pupils who need it most.

About the Role

As a Science Teacher at Groveside, you will deliver engaging, inclusive lessons that cater to pupils with diverse learning needs. You’ll create dynamic learning experiences that develop scientific understanding, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, while nurturing confidence and independence. Your teaching will support pupils to achieve their full potential academically, socially, and personally, empowering them to thrive in and beyond the classroom.

As our Science Teacher, you will:

• Deliver inspiring and differentiated Science lessons to pupils aged 11–16 with complex learning profiles
• Lead the provision of:
  • One-to-one and small group support
  • Differentiated learning resources
  • Personalised teaching strategies tailored to each learner's needs
• Coordinate the deployment of support staff, and monitor the effectiveness of provision, reporting to the Senior Leadership Team and Governing Body
• Work in partnership with external agencies to secure the best outcomes for pupils
• Lead INSET sessions and CPD around SEND, ensuring all staff are updated on best practices and legislative changes
• Teach Science lessons to small groups and individuals, maintaining your own connection to the curriculum and students

 If you are excited about providing first class provision to our young people and are looking for a fresh challenge, then we would love to discuss the role with you more. 

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, engaging Science lessons across the relevant Key Stages.
• Plan, prepare, and assess lessons tailored to pupils’ individual needs and learning targets.
• Promote curiosity, inquiry, and scientific thinking in all pupils.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Track and monitor pupil progress, providing regular feedback to pupils, parents, and colleagues.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure consistent and holistic support for all pupils.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school through enrichment activities, trips, and events.

Who we are looking for:

We are looking for a committed, adaptable, and inspiring educator who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Has experience teaching Science in a school setting.
• Can engage pupils with diverse and complex learning needs.
• Demonstrates excellent behaviour management and classroom organisation skills.
• Is passionate about making a real difference in pupils’ lives.

Please contact Zoe Eastwood on or go to  for more information about the school. 

At Groveside, you’ll be part of a warm, dedicated team that values collaboration, growth, and creativity. Supporting pupils with complex needs is incredibly rewarding — and you’ll make a genuine difference every day.

About the school

Groveside School is a Brand-New Special Educational Needs School for Pupils 7 - 16 years old with Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs. Our school opened in September 2024 and will cater for 60 pupils. 

To the ideal candidate, Groveside School offers the following opportunities:  

• To work in a school that is passionate about all achievement for all pupils.
• To work with fantastic pupils who enjoy a dynamic and engaging curriculum.
• To begin your journey with a strong induction programme tailored to your experience and needs.
• To engage collaboratively within a very supportive environment where professional development is an essential aspect of our daily practice.
• To develop your career.
• To be committed to creating exceptional pupil experiences and learning for all.  

Acorn Education is the UK’s leading independent provider of specialist education for pupils and young people. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.

Why join Acorn Education?

We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks

And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:

• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit 

**Welcome Bonus: £1,000 payable in two instalments — £500 after three onths and 00 upon successful completion of final probation. Repayment terms apply (see T&Cs apply ).

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.

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How would you like to get paid for five days, but only work four?

At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance — and we’re putting wellbeing first.

That’s why we’re proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you can work one day less each week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full-time pay.

Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW — and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. So, whether it’s already in place or just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to join #teamOFG.

Job Title: Science Teacher
Location: Groveside School, Reading, Berkshire, RG2 7AY
Salary:     Up to £45,000 per annum (dependent on experience, not pro rata ) plus £,000 Welcome Bonus (T&Cs apply)
Hours:     37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only
Start:        January 2026

UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

Are you a passionate Science Teacher who thrives in a nurturing, inclusive environment? Do you want to make a lasting impact on the lives of pupils with additional and complex needs?

Groveside School is looking for an experienced and motivated Science Teacher to lead the development of Science across our school. This is a rewarding opportunity to join a supportive, creative team and help shape the education of pupils who need it most.

About the Role

As a Science Teacher at Groveside, you will deliver engaging, inclusive lessons that cater to pupils with diverse learning needs. You’ll create dynamic learning experiences that develop scientific understanding, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, while nurturing confidence and independence. Your teaching will support pupils to achieve their full potential academically, socially, and personally, empowering them to thrive in and beyond the classroom.

As our Science Teacher, you will:

• Deliver inspiring and differentiated Science lessons to pupils aged 11–16 with complex learning profiles
• Lead the provision of:
  • One-to-one and small group support
  • Differentiated learning resources
  • Personalised teaching strategies tailored to each learner's needs
• Coordinate the deployment of support staff, and monitor the effectiveness of provision, reporting to the Senior Leadership Team and Governing Body
• Work in partnership with external agencies to secure the best outcomes for pupils
• Lead INSET sessions and CPD around SEND, ensuring all staff are updated on best practices and legislative changes
• Teach Science lessons to small groups and individuals, maintaining your own connection to the curriculum and students

 If you are excited about providing first class provision to our young people and are looking for a fresh challenge, then we would love to discuss the role with you more. 

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, engaging Science lessons across the relevant Key Stages.
• Plan, prepare, and assess lessons tailored to pupils’ individual needs and learning targets.
• Promote curiosity, inquiry, and scientific thinking in all pupils.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Track and monitor pupil progress, providing regular feedback to pupils, parents, and colleagues.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure consistent and holistic support for all pupils.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school through enrichment activities, trips, and events.

Who we are looking for:

We are looking for a committed, adaptable, and inspiring educator who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Has experience teaching Science in a school setting.
• Can engage pupils with diverse and complex learning needs.
• Demonstrates excellent behaviour management and classroom organisation skills.
• Is passionate about making a real difference in pupils’ lives.

Please contact Zoe Eastwood on or go to  for more information about the school. 

At Groveside, you’ll be part of a warm, dedicated team that values collaboration, growth, and creativity. Supporting pupils with complex needs is incredibly rewarding — and you’ll make a genuine difference every day.

About the school

Groveside School is a Brand-New Special Educational Needs School for Pupils 7 - 16 years old with Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs. Our school opened in September 2024 and will cater for 60 pupils. 

To the ideal candidate, Groveside School offers the following opportunities:  

• To work in a school that is passionate about all achievement for all pupils.
• To work with fantastic pupils who enjoy a dynamic and engaging curriculum.
• To begin your journey with a strong induction programme tailored to your experience and needs.
• To engage collaboratively within a very supportive environment where professional development is an essential aspect of our daily practice.
• To develop your career.
• To be committed to creating exceptional pupil experiences and learning for all.  

Acorn Education is the UK’s leading independent provider of specialist education for pupils and young people. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.

Why join Acorn Education?

We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks

And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:

• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit 

**Welcome Bonus: £1,000 payable in two instalments — £500 after three onths and 00 upon successful completion of final probation. Repayment terms apply (see T&Cs apply ).

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.

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Our teachers are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There’s lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference.

You’ll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. You’ll be there to help them learn, develop their abilities and raise their self-esteem. You will need to be resilient and dedicated, but those huge small victories that you achieve will be something you’re really proud of.

It can be a tough journey, but the positive steps forward will more than make up for it. As a Teacher at Witherslack Group, you’ll get all the support you need to succeed, from in-house psychologists, to teaching assistants and therapy professionals. Your colleagues will be the best at what they do, the school environments will be well-resourced and we’ll be with you every step of the way, helping you build a rewarding teaching career.

Hilden Park school is a purpose built, brand new, state of the art school, catering primarily for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Asperger’s and Speech, Language and Communication needs. The school provides education for up to 72 children aged 8 to 16. This new exciting opportunity serving Tonbridge and the wider communities; you can be at the heart of its development. Our aim is to ensure that every pupil has an outstanding educational experience with individual pupil progress and care at the heart of what is offered.

We know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and
benefits package in the education sector. With us, you’ll get to bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get:

• Training: A full induction and on the job training

• Holiday: You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with full school holidays

• Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our head teachers and leaders have been promoted from within our group

• Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance – check out our benefits here

• Pension: we offer a range of pensions to suit your lifestyle needs including Teachers’ Pension and our very attractive TPS alternative

• Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance

• Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts

• Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our schools here

• A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time

Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You’ll be more than a Science Teacher, you’ll be able to connect with our pupils because of:

- Your ‘can do’ attitude – a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others
- Your genuine passion for teaching Science and the impact your subject can have on young lives
- The ability to relate your subject to each pupil and build great relationships with your class
- Your enthusiasm and expertise to build your department
- You’ll also need previous teaching experience and have Qualified Teacher Status

At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong.

As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we’ll be there every step of the way.

By building a diverse and inclusive team, we’re better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self.

The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

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