Teacher of Chemistry

Scottish Council of Independent Schools; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A notable educational institution in Edinburgh is seeking an enthusiastic Teacher of Chemistry to join their dedicated Chemistry Department starting August 2026. The ideal candidate will be involved in teaching students from lower secondary through advanced levels and must be registered or eligible for registration with GTC Scotland. With a strong emphasis on community involvement, this position offers a supportive environment, enhanced employee benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Enhanced sick pay

Family friendly policies

Continued professional development opportunities

School Fee Remission

Employee Assistance programme

Qualifications

• Registered with the GTC Scotland or eligible for registration.
• Experience in teaching Chemistry at various educational levels.

Responsibilities

• Teach Chemistry in a well-resourced environment with dedicated laboratories.
• Participate fully in the extra-curricular life of the School.

Skills

Commitment to education

Ability to teach Chemistry

Team collaboration

Extra-curricular involvement

Education

Registration or eligibility for registration with GTC Scotland

Job description

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Teacher of Chemistry to join our successful Chemistry Department from August 2026. This appointment has arisen due to the retirement of a long serving colleague.

The Chemistry Department is staffed by five full-time specialist Chemistry teachers, including the Head of Department, and a full-time Chemistry technician.

Science subjects are taught separately at Heriot's from S1. In S1 and S2, Chemistry teachers teach Chemistry only. Certificate Chemistry courses begin in S3, working towards National 5 presentation in S4, progressing to Higher and Advanced Higher level in S5 and S6. The Department presents high numbers of pupils for public examinations at all levels and has an excellent record of success.

The Department is well-resourced with four dedicated laboratories on two levels. The labs have all been fully refurbished and are all equipped with multi‑media facilities and modern externally‑vented fume cupboards. Resources are stored and managed across several storerooms and a technician workroom. There is a central Chemistry staff base.

In addition to curricular commitments, the successful candidate will be required to participate fully in the extra‑curricular life of the School.

Please note interviews are scheduled to take place on Thursday 12th February 2026.

Main Responsibilities:

Please see attached job description full details.

Ideal Candidate:

All applicants must be registered, or eligible for registration, with the GTC Scotland.

Additional Information

Heriot’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and youngpeople and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.

This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007 and the successful candidates will be required to obtain membership of the PVG scheme.

Parking is not available on our campus.

George Heriot’s Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

George Heriot’s School is governed by George Heriot’s Trust, Scottish Charity number SC011463.

Package Description:

When you join the team at Heriot’s, you become part of our community, where the contribution of every individual is important and valued. The Heriot’s motto, to “distribute chearfullie”, is at the heart of school – distributing of kindness, of support and of generosity remains as live today as it was in 1628 when George Heriot founded the school.

Our most recent staff survey reported that 97% of employees at Heriot’s feel motivated and happy to work here and we aim to provide a friendly, welcoming, and supportive environment for all of our people. This aim is reflected in the package we offer which, for our teaching staff, in addition to salary (which includes a Heriot’s enhancement), teacher holidays and pension, includes:

• Enhanced sick pay, maternity and paternity pay
• Family friendly policies (Including Personal Emergency Leave Days)
• Continued professional development opportunities
• Travel to work schemes
• School Fee Remission (non-contractual benefit)
• Employee Assistance programme, including 24/7 counselling helpline and high street, supermarket, and general retail discounts
• Opportunities for involvement in the wider school community

We aim to attract and retain a diverse group of talented people, who are committed to upholding the school’s ethos. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.