Science Teacher

Science Teacher – Physics or Chemistry Specialist Location: Crayford, South East London Start Date: September 2026 Contract: Full-Time Long-Term to Permanent Interview Date: 16th July 2026 Salary: Competitive Teacher Pay Scale – dependent on experience We are looking for an experienced and qualified Science Teacher with a specialism in Physics or Chemistry to join a well-established secondary school in Crayford from September 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Science Teacher who is passionate about their subject and committed to delivering engaging and challenging lessons that inspire students to achieve their full potential. The successful candidate will join an impressive Science department within a recently refurbished school, offering excellent facilities and a supportive teaching environment. The school is based in a quiet and accessible location in Crayford, with grounds overlooking London and good commuter links across Kent and South East London. The school has undergone significant refurbishment and benefits from modern teaching facilities, a well-resourced Science department and extensive sports facilities. Staff also have access to the school's gym facilities. Part of a large and established Multi-Academy Trust with schools across South East London, the school offers strong opportunities for professional development, collaboration and future career progression. The Successful Science Teacher Will • Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) • Have successfully completed their ECT induction period • Have experience teaching Science within a UK secondary school • Specialise in Physics or Chemistry • Be confident planning and delivering engaging Science lessons • Have strong classroom and behaviour management skills • Be committed to raising student achievement and progress • Work effectively as part of a collaborative Science department • Be available to start full-time from September 2026 The School Offers • A full-time, long-term to permanent opportunity • A modern and recently refurbished school environment • An impressive and well-resourced Science department • Extensive sports facilities • Gym access for staff • A quiet yet easily commutable location • Support from an established Multi-Academy Trust • Excellent professional development and career progression opportunities We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Philosophy Education is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.