Chemistry ECT

Wayman Education; West Oxfordshire; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school near Chipping Norton seeks a passionate Chemistry ECT to join its team in September 2025. This full-time, permanent role offers a supportive environment for newly qualified teachers, with a focus on creativity and professional development in a collaborative science department.

Benefits

Strong mentoring programme for ECTs

Funding for enrichment initiatives

Extracurricular contributions encouraged

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry or related field required.
• PGCE with QTS, or expected to be awarded soon.
• Strong subject knowledge and enthusiasm for teaching.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Chemistry lessons across KS3 and KS4, with A-Level opportunities.
• Inspire students through inquiry-led teaching and demonstrations.
• Contribute to extra-curricular STEM outreach and activities.

Skills

Passion for subject knowledge

Practical teaching

Education

Chemistry or related degree

PGCE with QTS

Job description

Location: Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: MPS1 (ECT Scale)

A well-regarded and high-performing school located near Chipping Norton is looking for a passionate and dedicated Chemistry ECT to join its team from September 2025. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity for a motivated graduate teacher ready to launch their career in a supportive school with excellent science results.

About the School
Known for its inclusive ethos, this school promotes high expectations, creativity, and character development. ECTs are well-supported through a structured programme of observations, coaching, and career development workshops. The school encourages extracurricular contributions and offers funding for enrichment initiatives.

About the Role
You will join a well-equipped and collaborative science department where Chemistry plays a central role in KS3, GCSE, and A-Level pathways. The department is keen to develop independent learners and scientific thinkers.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver Chemistry lessons across KS3 and KS4, with A-Level opportunities available

• Inspire students with demonstrations and inquiry-led teaching

• Contribute to STEM outreach events and science week activities

• Take part in a strong mentoring programme designed for ECTs

• Assist in developing new schemes of work and digital learning resources

Requirements

• Chemistry or related degree

• PGCE with QTS (or due to be awarded)

• A passion for subject knowledge and practical teaching