Chemistry Teacher

Step Teachers Ltd; East Hagbourne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Step Teachers Ltd is recruiting on behalf of a high-achieving 11–18 secondary school in Oxfordshire for an enthusiastic Chemistry Teacher. The role covers Key Stages 3 and 4 with potential KS5 for experienced candidates.

The school, part of the Ridgeway Education Trust, values outstanding outcomes and safeguarding. A January 2027 start and a commitment to engaging practical and theoretical chemistry lessons are expected.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience teaching Chemistry within a secondary school setting.
• Strong subject knowledge across the Chemistry curriculum.
• Ability to teach Science at Key Stage 3.
• Excellent classroom management skills.
• Ability to engage and motivate learners of all abilities.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Teach Chemistry across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Deliver engaging practical and theoretical lessons.
• Support students in developing scientific knowledge and investigative skills.
• Assess, monitor, and track student progress.
• Prepare students for GCSE examinations.
• Contribute to curriculum development and departmental initiatives.
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour and achievement.

Skills

Communication

Classroom management

Engagement

Organisation

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Chemistry Teacher

Full-Time Long-Term Opportunity January 2027 Start Available

We are currently recruiting on behalf of an exceptional 11–18 secondary school in Oxfordshire for an enthusiastic and dedicated Chemistry Teacher.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate Science specialist to join a high-achieving department and inspire students through engaging Chemistry lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, with opportunities to teach at Key Stage 5 for suitably experienced candidates.

Here is a large and highly successful secondary school with sixth form, educating more than 1,600 students. The school is part of the Ridgeway Education Trust and has a reputation for academic excellence, outstanding student outcomes, and a supportive learning environment.

In its most recent Ofsted monitoring visit, the school continued to demonstrate exceptionally high standards. Previous inspections judged the school Outstanding, and current inspection findings highlight strengths in:

• Quality of Education
• Behaviour and Attitudes
• Personal Development
• Leadership and Management
• Sixth Form Provision

Duties as a Chemistry Teacher:

• Teach Chemistry across Key Stages 3 and 4
• Deliver engaging practical and theoretical lessons
• Support students in developing scientific knowledge and investigative skills
• Assess, monitor, and track student progress
• Prepare students for GCSE examinations
• Contribute to curriculum development and departmental initiatives
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour and achievement

Ideal Chemistry Teacher:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Experience teaching Chemistry within a secondary school setting
• Strong subject knowledge across the Chemistry curriculum
• Ability to teach Science at Key Stage 3
• Excellent classroom management skills
• Ability to engage and motivate learners of all abilities
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people