Chemistry Teacher

Elementa Support Services Ltd; Swindon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment partner in education seeks a part-time Science Teacher for a respected Academy in Swindon. The selected candidate will inspire students by delivering Chemistry lessons, engaging in a well-established team. The role requires QTS or QTLS, and while secondary school experience is preferred, motivation and capability are key. Offering a daily rate of £120-200, this role focuses on fostering scientific understanding in students. Join us in making a difference in education and apply with your CV.

Benefits

Weekly pay

PAYE contract

Training & Support

Regular welfare contact

Fair pay policy

Additional support services

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status or QTLS.
• Strong background in Chemistry, motivating students.
• Experience in a secondary school is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Chemistry lessons across Key Stages.
• Create a positive learning environment.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Strong background in Chemistry

Experience in secondary school

Job description

Science Teacher (part-time) – Swindon

Elementa Support Services are working in partnership with a respected Academy in Swindon, seeking an experienced Chemistry Teacher to join their dedicated team on a contract basis. This is a full-time role commencing on 2nd February 2026, with ongoing opportunities to support the school's continued commitment to excellence in science education.

About the Role

The position is based within a well-established secondary academy, accommodating between 66-250 staff members. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering engaging and effective Chemistry lessons to students across Key Stages, creating a positive learning environment that fosters curiosity and scientific understanding.

This contract role is scheduled to start on 02/02/2026 and will continue until further notice, offering a supportive environment for a committed professional to contribute long-term to the school's success.

Candidate Profile

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS)
• Strong background in Chemistry, with the ability to inspire and motivate students
• Experience working in a secondary school setting is preferred but not essential, provided you are confident to deliver engaging science lessons
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

What We Offer

Our client values high standards and seeks a professional who is passionate about science education. As a trusted partner in education recruitment, Elementa is committed to supporting you through our thorough vetting process and personalised service. We ensure your skills and experience match the right opportunity, providing clarity and support at every stage.

This role offers a daily rate in the region of £120 to £200, dependant on experience and qualifications, reflecting the calibre of professional our client seeks to attract.

All applications will be managed by Elementa as the recruitment partner for this APl. Elementa is committed to the safeguarding of children in all of their processes and all successful applicants will have a full-prescreen to assess their suitability for the role. Any appointment will be subject to a successful interview process, satisfactory references, Safeguarding & Prevent training, DBS Enhanced Disclosure (which may be chargeable at £64.20 unless you have a DBS subscribed to the Update Service) and successful completion of (12 week / 60 paid day) employment trial period.

If you have the relevant skills and experience necessary for this role then please apply with your full up to date CV. All applicants will be promptly responded to.

ELEMENTA CANDIDATE COMMITMENT:

• Weekly pay – no waiting for monthly payroll cut off dates, Elementa pays one week in lieu.
• PAYE contract – unless a candidate specifically requests it, all candidates are paid via PAYE giving them the protections and payment structure of a traditional employer:employee relationship.
• Training & Support – a broad range of free or heavily discounted training available including Safeguarding, Behaviour, Team Teach, SEND, Makaton and Thrive.
• Regular welfare contact and support from a dedicated candidate manager.
• Fair pay policy – our candidates are paid to scale, where a variation on this may be required written agreement will be provided ahead of the position.
• Additional services to support our staff – we have a network of partners who offer support services to our candidates … tax returns, accountancy, legal and more.

This role is not suitable for applicants:

• not currently based within the UK
• requiring employer sponsorship for UK right to work
• without UK schools' experience

For more information click apply now below or contact us via phone or email.

Please apply with your full up to date CV. All applicants will be promptly responded to.