Science Teaching Assistant - Secondary School - Slough

Start Date: September
Contract: Full-time, Term-time only
Pay: -95105 per day (depending on experience)

A well-regarded secondary school in Slough is looking to appoint a Science Teaching Assistant to join their successful Science department. This full-time position is ideal for graduates with a science-related degree who are keen to gain meaningful classroom and laboratory experience ahead of teacher training or a future career in education.

The school places a strong emphasis on STEM learning, practical investigation and developing curiosity in science. The department is well-resourced and collaborative, with staff working closely together to ensure students make strong progress across Biology, Chemistry and Physics. As a Science Teaching Assistant, you will support both classroom learning and practical work in a structured and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities:
* Support students during Science lessons across KS3 and KS4
* Assist with practical experiments and ensure safe lab practice
* Work with individuals and small groups to reinforce key concepts
* Help prepare equipment, resources and learning materials
* Support students in developing confidence in scientific thinking and exam skills

The Ideal Candidate:
* A degree in Science or a closely related subject is essential
* Strong subject knowledge in Biology, Chemistry or Physics
* Interest in teaching, education or science communication
* Comfortable supporting both classroom learning and practical sessions
* Professional, reliable and committed to full-time work

Why Apply:
* Valuable hands-on experience in a Science department
* Excellent preparation for teacher training routes such as PGCE
* Supportive and experienced teaching team
* Opportunity to build strong classroom and lab-based skills

To apply, please send your CV to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) (option 3). Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis.

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