Position: Supply Science Teacher (Secondary)
Location: Eastbourne
Hours: 08:30 – 15:30
Contract Type: Day-to-Day, Short-Term & Long-Term Supply (Part-Time & Full-Time Available)
Daily Rate: £130–£145 per day for daily supply | Paid to scale for long-term roles with PPA

About Us
Supply Desk are a nationwide education recruitment company specialising in Primary, SEND, and Secondary education. We place teaching staff in day-to-day and long-term placements across Primary and Secondary schools throughout Brighton & Hove, East Sussex and West Sussex.

We are currently seeking a passionate and adaptable Supply Science Teacher (Secondary) to support schools across Eastbourne. Applications are warmly welcomed from experienced teachers as well as ECTs/NQTs.

About the Role
Are you a dedicated Science specialist with a passion for inspiring young people? We are looking for an enthusiastic Supply Science Teacher to deliver engaging and high-quality Science lessons across KS3 and KS4 (KS5 experience desirable but not essential).

This flexible opportunity allows you to work in a variety of secondary school settings, building valuable experience while making a real impact in the classroom. Whether you’re seeking daily cover or a long-term vacancy, we can offer part-time or full-time opportunities to suit your availability.

Key Responsibilities
• Deliver engaging and well-structured Science lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Adapt quickly to different classroom environments and follow each school’s curriculum.
• Teach across Biology, Chemistry and Physics (specialism welcomed).
• Maintain strong classroom management and promote a positive learning environment.
• Monitor and assess pupil progress in line with school policies.1
• Communicate effectively with staff, pupils and parents where required.

Requirements
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching Science within a secondary school setting.
• Strong subject knowledge across the Science curriculum.
• Flexibility, reliability, and a proactive approach.
• A valid DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).

Why Join Supply Desk?
• Competitive daily rates (£130–£145 for daily supply).
• Paid to scale for long-term roles with PPA time included.
• Flexible working options (daily, short-term, long-term; part-time or full-time).
• Experienced consultants dedicated to supporting your career goals.
• ‘Refer a Friend’ scheme – earn up to £150 collectively.

If you're ready to take on a rewarding and flexible role as a Supply Science Teacher in Eastbourne, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your teaching career.

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS, including a children’s barred list check and, where applicable, a vulnerable adults barred list check, is required for all successful candidates.

To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers’ rights. Please note that this job expires after 90 days-you can, however, still apply to be considered for similar roles.

Contact information

Lilia Erskine