Teacher of Chemistry

Gordon's School; Surrey Heath; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious non-selective boarding and day school in Surrey Heath seeks a Teacher of Chemistry. The role involves teaching KS3, GCSE, and A Level Chemistry to nearly 980 students, developing curriculum, and promoting interdisciplinary science. Ideally, candidates will have a BSc or MSc in Chemistry or related fields, possess high energy and interpersonal skills, and have the right to work in the UK. The position offers a competitive term-time salary, professional development support, and on-site benefits such as fitness facilities.

Benefits

Competitive term-time salary

Free on-site parking

Complimentary lunch

Access to on-site fitness centre

Provision of tablet PC

Generous support for professional development

Qualifications

• Graduate with a BSc, MSc or equivalent in Chemistry or a related STEM field.
• High energy levels with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Right to work in the UK and willingness for DBS and online screening.

Responsibilities

• Teach KS3, GCSE and A Level Chemistry to approximately 980 mixed-ability students.
• Develop curriculum, assessment, and lesson plans in line with school standards.
• Collaborate with the Science Department for interdisciplinary learning.

Skills

High energy levels

Excellent interpersonal skills

Engagement in science

Education

BSc/MSc in Chemistry or related STEM field

Job description

Overview

Teacher of Chemistry at Gordon's School – one of England’s finest non-selective boarding and day schools. The role is term-time, starting September 2026, and offers a competitive salary.

Responsibilities

• Teach KS3, GCSE and A Level Chemistry to a mixed-ability cohort of approximately 980 students, including 270 boarders.
• Develop curriculum, assessment and lesson plans in line with national curriculum and school standards.
• Collaborate with the Science Department to support interdisciplinary learning and extracurricular science activities.

Qualifications

• Graduate with a BSc, MSc or equivalent in Chemistry or a related STEM field.
• High energy levels, excellent interpersonal skills and a willingness to engage young people in science.
• Right to work in the United Kingdom and willingness to undergo DBS and online screening.

Benefits

• Competitive term-time salary.
• Access to a spacious campus with free on-site parking, a complimentary lunch and an on-site fitness centre.
• Provision of a tablet PC and generous support for professional development.

Application Information

Closing date for applications: Monday 2 February 2026 at midnight.

Interview: Tuesday 10 February 2026 – in person and may take the whole day.

Applications must be made via our online application form.

Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate screening including a DBS check and an online search.

Contact: Head Teacher – Mr Andrew Moss, Head Teacher’s PA – Mrs Jacqui George, Email – [e-mail].