Chemistry Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Tradewind Recruitment; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent day school in Nottingham is seeking a passionate Chemistry Teacher for a maternity cover starting in March 2026. The school offers a supportive teaching community, excellent professional development opportunities, and a strong emphasis on staff well-being. Ideal for someone ready to inspire students and contribute to extracurricular activities.

Benefits

Employee benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Access to modern laboratories and facilities

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Chemistry across KS3-KS5.
• Passion for delivering exceptional lessons.
• Dedication to student enrichment beyond the classroom.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, high-quality Chemistry lessons.
• Contribute to enrichment activities in the department.
• Support the school's pastoral life and community.

Skills

Teaching Chemistry

Engagement in extracurricular activities

Collaboration

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Degree in Chemistry or related subject

Job description

Chemistry Teacher - Maternity Cover (March 2026 Start)

Independent Day School - Nottingham

Tradewind Recruitment are delighted to be working in partnership with one of Nottingham's most prestigious independent day schools to recruit an exceptional Chemistry Teacher for a maternity cover position starting in March 2026.

This historic school, established over 500 years ago, is renowned for its academic excellence, inclusive ethos, and outstanding pastoral care. Educating pupils aged 4 to 18 across its Infant, Junior, Senior and Sixth Form divisions, it offers a stimulating and supportive environment where teachers and students alike are encouraged to thrive.

The school is proud of its tradition of combining academic rigour with innovation and creativity. Teachers are encouraged to inspire curiosity, stretch the most able, and enable every pupil to achieve their full potential.

Role

• Teach Chemistry across KS3-KS5, delivering engaging, high-quality lessons.
• Contribute to departmental enrichment activities, such as clubs, societies, and competitions.
• Play a full part in the school's co-curricular and pastoral life, supporting the wider community ethos.

What the School Offers

• A warm, collaborative and forward-thinking teaching community.
• Excellent professional development opportunities through a comprehensive CPD programme.
• Employee benefits package.
• Access to exceptional facilities, including modern laboratories, performing arts spaces, and extensive sports grounds.
• A strong emphasis on staff well-being and professional growth.

The school has an outstanding reputation across the East Midlands and attracts students from Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Lincolnshire and Leicestershire. Alongside academic success, pupils excel in music, drama, sport and community initiatives.

If you are a dedicated and enthusiastic Chemistry Teacher who is passionate about delivering exceptional lessons and enriching students' learning beyond the classroom, we want to hear from you.

To apply

📩 Submit your CV today or contact Will Hobbs at Tradewind Recruitment Nottingham for more information and a confidential discussion about the role.