Science Teacher

Science Teacher (SEN)

Location: Croydon, London
Salary: £37,870 - £56,154 per annum
Job Type: Full-time | Permanent
Start Date: September 2026
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm
Salary will be determined based on experience and position on the Main Pay Range. The maximum salary applies to candidates with substantial teaching experience.

Make a lasting impact in a school where every learner is valued.

Are you a passionate Science Teacher with experience supporting students with Special Educational Needs? Do you believe that every young person deserves an engaging, personalised education that helps them reach their full potential?

Teach Now is recruiting for a fantastic independent specialist school in Croydon that is dedicated to supporting neuro-diverse learners, with the majority of students having Autism. This is an exciting opportunity to join a close-knit, caring team that takes a truly holistic approach to education and is committed to helping every student thrive.

With classes of no more than eight students, you'll have the time and support to build meaningful relationships, tailor your teaching and make a genuine difference every day.

The Role
• Teach Science to students in Years 7–11 with a range of learning abilities, from Year 4/5 curriculum levels through to GCSE.
• Adapt lessons and learning resources to meet individual learning needs and learning styles.
• Deliver engaging, practical and inclusive Science lessons that inspire confidence and curiosity.
• Work collaboratively with a dedicated multidisciplinary team to support students' academic, social and emotional development.
• Create a positive, nurturing classroom environment where students feel safe, respected and motivated to learn.

The Ideal Candidate
• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Has experience teaching students with SEN, particularly those with Autism.
• Can confidently adapt the curriculum to support learners working at different academic levels.
• Is patient, compassionate and committed to inclusive education.
• Has strong classroom management skills and a creative approach to teaching.
• Is passionate about helping every student achieve their personal best.

What We Offer
• Competitive salary of £37,870 - £56,154
• A permanent, full-time role starting in September 2026.
• Small class sizes of up to eight students, allowing for personalised teaching.
• A welcoming, supportive and collaborative team environment.
• The opportunity to work in a forward-thinking specialist setting that values innovation, wellbeing and inclusion.
• Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression.

If you're an enthusiastic Science Teacher who is passionate about supporting neuro diverse learners and wants to be part of a school where relationships, inclusion and student success come first, we'd love to hear from you.

Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:

• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.
• Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.
• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.
• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

Application Process: Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance