Chemistry Teacher | Outstanding Community School | Newham
Location: Newham
School Type: Outstanding Community Secondary School & Sixth Form (Co-educational)
An exceptional, Outstanding-rated community secondary school located in the vibrant London Borough of Newham is seeking an inspirational, passionate, and academically driven Teacher of Chemistry to join their high-performing Science department. This is a brilliant opportunity for an ambitious educator, looking to inspire the next generation of scientists within a collaborative, supportive, and well-resourced environment.
About the Role
As a Teacher of Chemistry, you will play a central role in delivering a dynamic and engaging science curriculum across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 (GCSE), and Key Stage 5 (A-Level). You will harness state-of-the-art laboratory facilities to bring chemical concepts to life, cultivating curiosity, rigorous analytical thinking, and high academic achievement across all key stages.
Start Date: Immediate or upcoming term
Environment: A flagship community school renowned for its academic excellence, strong community roots, and cutting-edge STEM facilities
Culture: A collaborative, inclusive, and forward-thinking workplace backed by a highly supportive leadership team and dedicated science technicians
Key Responsibilities
Plan and deliver innovative, high-quality Chemistry and general Science lessons that ignite curiosity and foster academic excellence.
Teach Chemistry across KS3, KS4 (GCSE), and KS5 (A-Level), preparing students thoroughly for national examinations.
Conduct safe, engaging practical laboratory sessions that build students' hands-on experimental skills and scientific enquiry.
Track, assess, and evaluate student progress, providing targeted feedback to support individual learning needs and drive attainment.
Contribute to enrichment activities, including STEM clubs, science fairs, and university preparation programmes.
Requirements
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent recognized teaching qualification.
A strong academic background with a degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
Proven track record or demonstrated capability of delivering outstanding Chemistry teaching up to GCSE and A-Level.
Deep knowledge of the national curriculum and exam board specifications (e.g., AQA, Edexcel, OCR).
Excellent classroom management, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a passion for driving student success.
Salary & Benefits
Pay Scale: Inner London MPS/UPS pay scale (commensurate with experience), with potential TLR opportunities for experienced candidates.
Comprehensive continuous professional development (CPD), tailored mentoring programmes, and clear pathways for career progression.
How to Apply
If you are an ambitious, creative, and dedicated Chemistry specialist ready to make a lasting impact in an outstanding Newham school, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and application as soon as possible for consideration.