Science Teacher – Burnley
Full-time | September 2025 Start | Long-term position

Are you a passionate and engaging Science Teacher looking for your next exciting opportunity in Burnley?
Vision for Education are working in partnership with a well-regarded secondary school to appoint a dynamic and dedicated Teacher of Science to join their thriving team from September 2025.

About the Role

This is an excellent opportunity for a committed and enthusiastic Science Teacher to teach across Key Stages 3 and 4, delivering high-quality lessons that inspire and challenge students of all abilities. This is a full-time position, initially until December 2025, with potential to extend through to July 2026.

As a skilled classroom practitioner, you will:

• Demonstrate a passion for Science and a commitment to pupil progress

• Motivate, challenge, and inspire learners to achieve their full potential

• Plan and deliver engaging and differentiated lessons in line with the national curriculum

• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment

• Be reflective in your practice and open to continuous professional development

• Hold high expectations of yourself and your students

About the School

Located in Burnley, our client school is a popular and well-established mainstream secondary school that takes pride in providing a supportive and ambitious learning environment. The school offers a broad and flexible curriculum, enabling all students to thrive academically and personally. Students show a strong commitment to their learning, and behaviour across the school is consistently good, supported by a clear and fair behaviour policy. The school was rated GOOD in its most recent Ofsted inspection and has a strong reputation within the local community.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of Science Teacher, you will:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Be passionate about delivering high-quality Science education

• Be able to engage students through exciting and relevant lessons

• Be committed to improving outcomes for all students

• Have strong classroom management skills and a positive, professional attitude

• Be able to provide suitable references, a valid Enhanced DBS check (on the Update Service), and have the Right to Work in the UK

What We Offer

As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive:

• Competitive daily pay rates, paid weekly via PAYE

• A Guaranteed Pay Scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria)

• Access to a wide range of FREE CPD training, including safeguarding and behaviour management

• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations) to ensure fair treatment

• Support from a dedicated recruitment consultant who will be on hand throughout your placement

• A generous refer-a-friend scheme

• Pension contributions (subject to qualifying criteria)

About Vision for Education

Vision for Education is a leading education recruitment agency, committed to supporting educators and school staff across the UK. With a national reach and local expertise, we pride ourselves on matching talented professionals with roles where they can make a real difference in the lives of young people.

How to Apply

Apply now with your up-to-date CV and contact details.
For more information, or to have a confidential chat about the role, please contact Preston on 01772 669322 or email preston@visionforeducation.co.uk.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or age. Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to appropriate vetting checks and an Enhanced DBS.