Teacher of Chemistry

New Hall School; Boreham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent school in Boreham is seeking a dedicated Teacher of Chemistry to join their successful chemistry department. The role involves teaching GCSE and A Level Chemistry, providing support to both experienced teachers and ECTs. This position offers an excellent working environment, generous benefits including fee remission and pension membership, plus the chance to work within a vibrant school community. Ideal candidates will have a strong commitment to education and student development.

Benefits

Generous fee remission

Membership of Teachers' Pension Scheme

Discounted sport club membership

Free lunch during term time

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of GCSE and A Level Chemistry.
• Offer additional skills to enhance curricular/co-curricular life.
• Commitment to safeguarding students and completing DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Join a thriving Chemistry Department and deliver engaging lessons.
• Participate in staff development and contribute to school life.
• Support students’ learning and development in Chemistry.

Skills

GCSE and A Level Chemistry knowledge

Teaching skills

Dedication to student development

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Teacher of Chemistry at New Hall School

• Job Reference: EDV/2025/NHS/01567
• Location: The Avenue, Boreham, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 3HS
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Contract Term: Full-Time
• Salary: £32,642.00 - £60,694.00 Annually (Actual)
• Closing Date: 12:00pm, 15th Jan 2026
• Start Date: April 2026
• Positions Available: 1
• Suitable for ECTs: Yes

About this Role

The School requires from April 2026:

Teacher of Chemistry

• Salary: £32,642pa - £60,694pa
• Generous School fee remission; membership of Teachers' Pension Scheme
• Excellent benefits & CPD
• Discounted annual membership for New Hall Sport Club
• Lunch without charge in term time
• Suitable for experienced teachers and ECTs

We are seeking a dedicated and innovative Teacher of Chemistry to join our thriving and successful Chemistry Department at New Hall School. This is an exciting professional opportunity within the largest Catholic independent boarding and day school in the UK.

The successful candidate will demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the GCSE and A Level Chemistry. The individual will also need to offer additional skills to enhance the curricular/co-curricular life of the School.

New Hall School offers an exceptional working environment. The main campus occupies the stunning Grade I listed former Tudor palace of Beaulieu. The School's conference and events venue is at the Grade I listed Boreham House, one mile away. New Hall is a warm, welcoming, and supportive community, with a staff of around 300. Beaulieu Park railway station is at the entrance to New Hall's Avenue: 30 minutes to Stratford and 38 minutes to London Liverpool Street. The Elizabeth Line at Shenfield (13 minutes by train) terminates at Heathrow airport. There are nearby airports: London Stansted, London Southend and London City.

Application closing date: midday, Thursday 15 January 2026

JOB ID: NH0652

New Hall is committed to safeguarding students. There will be an enhanced DBS check prior to appointment.

New Hall School Trust: Registered Office at New Hall School Limited Company (05472420) Registered Charity (1110286) Registered in England