Science Teacher - Wakefield

Location: Wakefield
Job Type: Permanent
Industry: Secondary Teacher
Reference: Science Teacher Wake
Salary: £120 - 240 per day
Job Published: about 22 hours ago

Science Teacher – Wakefield

Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire
Salary: Pay to scale
Contract: Full-time, Long-term

Make Science Spark in the Classroom

If you love bringing experiments to life and turning “I don’t get it” into “Ohhh, now I see!”, we’ve got the perfect role for you.

Protocol Education is working with a welcoming secondary school in Wakefield that’s on the lookout for a passionate Science teacher to join their team. The school prides itself on a collaborative culture, excellent leadership, and a genuine commitment to helping every teacher thrive — whether you’re an experienced educator or an ECT ready to make your mark.

What’s on offer

  • A well-resourced Science department with modern labs and supportive technicians

  • Engaged students who love hands-on learning and respond to creative teaching

  • A forward-thinking SLT that values wellbeing and work-life balance

  • Opportunities to teach across KS3 and KS4, with A-Level teaching available for the right candidate

  • A school that welcomes innovation, curiosity, and a bit of scientific flair

Your role

  • Deliver engaging, well-structured lessons across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics (your specialism welcome!)

  • Foster curiosity and confidence in every student, no matter their starting point

  • Track progress, celebrate success, and keep lessons full of energy and discovery

  • Be part of a department that loves collaboration, not competition

You’ll need

  • UK QTS or equivalent qualification

  • Experience teaching Science at KS3–KS4 (KS5 desirable)

  • A creative, adaptable approach and a drive to inspire young minds

  • Strong behaviour management and a positive, team-focused mindset

Why choose Protocol Education?

We know schools. We know teachers. And we know that the right match makes all the difference.

When you join us, you get:

  • Weekly pay through PAYE – no umbrella companies

  • FREE access to our online CPD Academy and Thrive training

  • 1:1 consultant support from education specialists who actually listen

  • Opportunities across mainstream and SEND schools

  • A streamlined registration process that gets you teaching fast

 

✨ If you’re ready to inspire the next generation of scientists, this is your chance to do it in a school that’s got everything in place to help you shine.

Apply today: Send your CVs to Aniket.mistry@protocol-education.com OR call me on 0113 541 7185.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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