Chemistry Teacher

Experienced Chemistry Teacher – Join Our Independent School in Northamptonshire
📅 Start Date: September 2025 | 💼 Full-Time | 📍 Permanent

An Exciting Opportunity for an Experienced Chemistry Teacher

Are you an experienced Chemistry Teacher with a passion for inspiring students and a strong track record of delivering high-quality teaching? We are thrilled to offer an exceptional opportunity for an experienced Chemistry Teacher to join our prestigious independent school in Northamptonshire. This role requires expertise in teaching Key Stage 5 (KS5) Chemistry, and it is the perfect opportunity for a seasoned educator to contribute to a school with a commitment to academic excellence and a strong community ethos.

About the School

Our independent school in Northamptonshire is renowned for its high academic standards and commitment to providing a nurturing and challenging educational environment. We offer a well-rounded, high-quality education where students are encouraged to reach their full potential in both academic and extracurricular pursuits. The Chemistry department is central to our science curriculum, and as an experienced Chemistry Teacher, you will play a key role in driving excellence in this subject.

What We Offer Chemistry Teachers

✅ Outstanding Professional Environment – Work in an environment where academic excellence and student success are at the forefront of everything we do.
✅ State-of-the-Art Science Facilities – Our modern and well-equipped labs provide the perfect setting for practical experiments and engaging lessons.
✅ High-Achieving Students – Teach motivated, ambitious students who are eager to learn and succeed, with a strong focus on preparing them for future academic and professional pursuits.
✅ Tailored Professional Development – Access ongoing CPD opportunities designed to support your career growth and leadership development.
✅ Collaborative and Collegial Team – Be part of a close-knit, professional team of educators who work together to share best practices and provide mutual support.
✅ Work-Life Balance – We promote a culture of wellbeing, ensuring a balanced and manageable workload for all staff.

Your Role as a Chemistry Teacher

As an Experienced Chemistry Teacher at our independent school, you will:

Teach Chemistry across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, and Key Stage 5 (A-Level), with a particular focus on preparing students for their A-Level examinations.

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Deliver dynamic, stimulating, and challenging lessons that cater to students of all abilities and encourage independent thinking.

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Lead practical experiments that deepen students' understanding and spark their curiosity for the subject.

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Collaborate with the Chemistry department to maintain a cutting-edge curriculum and ensure consistent delivery of high-quality lessons.

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Contribute to extracurricular activities such as science clubs, trips, and competitions to further enrich students’ learning experiences.

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Mentor and support students through the challenges of A-Level Chemistry, helping them develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Who We’re Looking For

We are looking for an experienced Chemistry Teacher who:

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Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and has a degree in Chemistry or a related field.

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Has extensive experience teaching Chemistry at KS5, with a strong record of preparing students for A-Level examinations.

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Is passionate about Chemistry and dedicated to providing an excellent educational experience for all students.

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Can engage and inspire students to develop their knowledge and skills, fostering a deep understanding of Chemistry.

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Has excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills.

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Is a collaborative team player who will contribute to the department’s continued success.

How to Apply

If you’re an experienced Chemistry Teacher with the skills to teach KS5 Chemistry at an outstanding independent school in Northamptonshire, we would love to hear from you.
👉 Please send your CV and application today and take the next step in your teaching career