Science Teacher; Maternity Cover

Prep Science Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Join Pownall Hall School as a Prep Science Teacher (Maternity Cover) starting on 1st September 2026
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This is a part‑time role, equivalent to 0.6 of a full‑time timetable – approximately three days per week, with the exact working pattern to be confirmed with the successful candidate.

The successful candidate will teach Science across the Prep year groups, Forms 3 to 6. They will deliver engaging, high‑quality teaching, ensuring Science remains practical and ambitious across these core ages.

• Teach Science to pupils in Forms 3 to 6, delivering engaging and well‑planned lessons that support progress and enjoyment in the subject.
• Plan, prepare and assess pupils’ work in line with school expectations.
• Use practical work, investigation and discussion to encourage curiosity, confidence and scientific thinking.
• Support pupils in developing strong subject knowledge, skills and vocabulary.
• Make effective use of the school’s science lab, grounds and wider facilities to enrich pupils’ learning.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to pupils, parents and colleagues as appropriate.
• Contribute to curriculum planning, subject development and academic review processes.
• Promote Science across the school through displays, enrichment opportunities, events or activities where appropriate.
• Support class teachers in Early Years and Pre‑Prep regarding the Science curriculum when needed.
• Attend relevant staff meetings, training and school events as required.
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, professionalism and care at all times.

• Excellent classroom practitioners with experience teaching Science to Prep / Key Stage 2 pupils specifically.
• Strong subject knowledge and genuine enthusiasm for Science.
• Ability to make Science practical, engaging and accessible for children.
• Confidence leading a subject within a prep school setting.
• Can support colleagues in Early Years and Pre‑Prep when needed.
• Warmth, clarity and high expectations in teaching.
• Enjoy working collaboratively as part of a wider school team.
• Understanding of preparing children for the next stage of their education.
• Confidence communicating with parents, including through Parent’s Evenings, specialist subject events and day‑to‑day conversations where appropriate.
• Contribute positively to the life of Pownall Hall School.
• Experience with in an independent prep school would be advantageous but is not essential.