Chemistry Teacher - Long-Term Maternity Cover (KS3-4)

Smile Education; Smethwick; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Dedicated consultant support

Wide range of teaching opportunities

Long-term & permanent roles

Compliance & onboarding support

Job summary

Smile Education are recruiting for a Chemistry Teacher to join a high-performing secondary school in Smethwick on a long-term maternity cover starting mid November 2026. You will teach Chemistry to KS3-4, plan engaging lessons and nurture student progress within a supportive Science department.

The role offers a competitive salary dependent on experience, opportunities for ongoing positions, and a structured, compliant onboarding process through Smile Education.

Qualifications

• Qualified Chemistry teacher with strong subject knowledge in Chemistry.
• Hold QTS or an equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching in a secondary school.

Responsibilities

• Teach Chemistry across KS3 and KS4.
• Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons.
• Assess and monitor student progress.
• Create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Collaborate with the wider Science department.
• Support students to reach their academic potential.
• Engage with the school community.

Education

QTS or an equivalent teaching qualification

Job description

Smile Education are recruiting for a Chemistry Teacher to join a high-performing secondary school in Smethwick on a long-term maternity cover starting mid November 2026. You will teach Chemistry to KS3-4, plan engaging lessons and nurture student progress within a supportive Science department.

The role offers a competitive salary dependent on experience, opportunities for ongoing positions, and a structured, compliant onboarding process through Smile Education.