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  • Barnsley
  • £162.67 - 261.79 per day

Secondary Science Teacher

Secondary Science Teacher

Location: Barnsley
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-time

Milk Education is working in partnership with a welcoming secondary school in Barnsley to recruit a passionate Science Teacher. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive department where you’ll inspire students across Key Stages 3 and 4, helping them develop scientific knowledge, practical skills, and a lifelong curiosity about the world around them.

This is a full-time position starting in September 2026, ideal for a teacher looking to make a positive impact in a thriving secondary school.

The Role

As a Science Teacher, you will:

  • Plan and deliver engaging, high-quality Science lessons across KS3 and KS4.

  • Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment where all students can succeed.

  • Monitor, assess and track student progress, adapting your teaching to meet a range of learning needs.

  • Encourage students to develop critical thinking, practical investigation skills and a genuine enthusiasm for Science.

  • Support students to achieve their full potential through creative and engaging teaching.

  • Work collaboratively with colleagues to contribute to the continued success of the Science department.

  • Uphold the school’s values while maintaining high professional standards.

About You

We’re looking for someone who has:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.

  • Experience teaching Science across KS3 and KS4.

  • Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.

  • The ability to inspire, engage and motivate students of all abilities.

  • Excellent communication and organisational skills.

  • An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or the willingness to obtain one through Milk Education.

Why Choose Milk Education?

At Milk Education, we’re committed to supporting educators throughout their careers. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

  • Competitive daily rates of pay.

  • A simple registration process with fast-track compliance.

  • Flexible work to suit your availability and career goals.

  • Access to a network of partner schools and academy trusts across the region.

  • Over 1,000 CPD courses through our exclusive Milk Academy.

  • Free PSHE lesson plans and classroom resources.

  • Exclusive discounts and rewards through our Perks Portal.

  • Wellbeing support, including access to our wellbeing hub and Educator Wellbeing eBook.

  • A School Preparation Pack to help you feel confident before your placement.

  • Ongoing support from your dedicated education consultant.

  • The opportunity to work with the UK’s only environmentally conscious education recruitment agency.

Apply Today

If you’re ready for your next teaching opportunity starting in September 2026, we’d love to hear from you.

Click Apply, email your CV to lucy.drury@milk-education.co.uk, or call 0114 437 2007 for an informal chat.

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. As an APSCo Compliance+ accredited agency, all applicants will be subject to enhanced safeguarding and compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education, and APSCo guidance.

Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity. By applying for this role, you agree to our Privacy Policy. Milk Education acts as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

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