Location: Purley, South London
Salary: £200–£250 per day
Contract: Long-term
Start date: 2 November 2026
Salary depends on qualifications, experience and pay scale position, with the highest rate applicable to candidates with substantial teaching experience.
About the role
Help students discover their strengths through Science.
Transparency Education is seeking an engaging Science Teacher for a long-term opportunity at an independent special day school in Purley. You’ll teach students aged 11–16 with autism (ASD) and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, supporting academic progress alongside confidence and independence.
The school offers a mainstream-style academic curriculum with specialist support, helping students work towards GCSEs and equivalent qualifications that reflect their abilities and aspirations. This is an opportunity to deliver ambitious teaching while adapting your approach to individual learners.
Key responsibilities
Plan and deliver engaging Science lessons across KS3 and KS4, including accessible practical activities.
Adapt teaching to students’ learning profiles, communication needs and emotional regulation.
Assess progress and prepare students for GCSEs and equivalent qualifications.
Work closely with support staff and the SEND team to maintain a safe, positive learning environment.
What we’re looking for
A recognised teaching qualification and experience teaching secondary Science.
Strong subject knowledge and confidence supporting GCSE-level learning.
Experience supporting students with SEND, particularly ASD and SEMH needs.
A calm, adaptable approach, with strong relationship-building and classroom management skills.
What this school offers
A supportive, collaborative staff team.
Regular CPD to develop your specialist teaching practice.
A calm, low-arousal environment designed around students’ needs.
Excellent specialist facilities, including creative, technology and enrichment spaces.
Why work via Transparency Education?
You’ll receive dedicated consultant support, access to CPD through experienced senior leaders and pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), where applicable. A refer-a-friend scheme is also available, subject to current terms.
Application Process
Apply below or email your CV to . Applicants must hold the appropriate teaching qualifications and training.
If you are not contacted within two working days, your application has been unsuccessful for this role. We will keep your CV and continue supporting your search for work in education.
Transparency Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments are subject to appropriate safer recruitment checks, including satisfactory references, right-to-work verification and an Enhanced DBS check
Salary description
£200.00 - £250.00 per day