Location: South Birmingham
Contract Period: October 2026 until Easter 2027
Hours: Full-time (Temporary Supply)
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
About the Role
Zest Education is working closely with one of our partner secondary schools in South Birmingham to recruit a qualified Science Teacher for a long-term supply placement from October 2026 until Easter 2027.
This role will include full planning and marking responsibilities and involves delivering the Science curriculum across KS3 and KS4, with the potential to teach your specialist subject area depending on experience and school requirements.
The school is well-supported, organized, and places a strong emphasis on consistency, student engagement, and progress.
Key Responsibilities
* Plan and deliver high-quality Science lessons in line with the national curriculum
* Teach Science across KS3 and KS4 (KS5 desirable but not essential)
* Complete planning, marking, and assessment responsibilities
* Track pupil progress and provide constructive feedback
* Maintain strong classroom behaviour and routines
* Work collaboratively within the Science department
Requirements
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – essential
* PGCE or equivalent UK teaching qualification
* A degree in Science or a related subject
* Strong subject knowledge across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics
* Experience teaching secondary Science within the UK curriculum
* Confident behaviour management and classroom presence
* Ability to commit to the full duration of the placement
Why Work with Zest Education?
* A dedicated consultant who knows the school and role well
* Long-term opportunities with supportive partner schools
* Competitive rates of pay
* Access to CPD and ongoing professional support
* Friendly, responsive consultancy with strong local relationships
Safeguarding
Zest Education is an APSCo‑audited agency committed to safeguarding children. All applicants must:
* Hold an Enhanced DBS (or be willing for us to process one)
* Be registered on the DBS Update Service
* Provide references covering the last two years
* Successfully complete all safeguarding and compliance checks
Contract Type: Temporary supply work
Salary: Dependent on experience, qualifications, and training
Zest Education – small consultancy friendliness with big agency experience
Salary description
£168.00 - £262.00 per year