Chemistry Teacher

education personnel; Matlock; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in Derbyshire is seeking a fully qualified Chemistry Teacher to join a respected school near Matlock. This full-time role starts in January 2026 and offers a supportive science department with modern resources. Ideal candidates will have QTS and the passion to inspire students. The position includes a scale pay aligned with experience.

Benefits

Access to modern labs

Collaborative team culture

Support for professional development

Wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Fully qualified Chemistry Teacher with appropriate teaching credentials.

Responsibilities

• Teach Chemistry as part of the school’s science curriculum.
• Collaborate with colleagues to share best practice and support student learning.
• Contribute to a positive, well-organised classroom and school community.

Skills

Classroom management

Curriculum development

Collaborative teaching

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Overview

Chemistry Teacher - Full Time - Derbyshire Borough

Education Personnel, one of the leading agencies in education recruitment across the Derbyshire Borough, are proud to be representing one of our top partner schools located near Matlock. We are currently seeking a fully qualified Chemistry Teacher to join their thriving science department from January 2026 through to Easter on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities

• Teach Chemistry as part of the school’s science curriculum.
• Collaborate with colleagues to share best practice and support student learning.
• Contribute to a positive, well-organised classroom and school community.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified Chemistry Teacher with appropriate teaching credentials.

Why join this school and department

• A well-established science department with a strong track record of success
• Collaborative team culture with excellent support for both new and experienced teachers
• Access to modern labs and resources that bring science to life
• A welcoming, inclusive school environment where staff wellbeing is valued
• Opportunities to inspire young people and make a real impact on their academic journey

This role will be paid to scale in line with your experience and qualifications.

If you\'re passionate about teaching Chemistry and want to join a forward-thinking, supportive science department in a respected Derbyshire school, we\'d love to hear from you.

To apply or find out more, please contact Cherie at Education Personnel today