Teacher of Chemistry

Clacton County High School; Tendring; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted gym memberships

Cinema tickets

Blue Light Card

Excellent pension scheme

Job summary

Clacton County High School in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated Chemistry teacher to deliver a broad, balanced curriculum that raises aspirations and transforms lives. The role welcomes both full-time and part-time applicants and emphasizes safeguarding, inclusion, and high standards within a supportive trust environment.

The school is part of The Sigma Trust and offers opportunities for professional development, competitive pay, and a strong focus on staff wellbeing and collaboration

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status.
• A passion for teaching.
• Professional understanding of inclusion and strategies for engaging learners.
• Commitment to safeguarding within a school setting.

Responsibilities

• Teach allocated students up to GCSE, with KS5 opportunities for the right candidate.
• Plan lessons to progress learning and manage the classroom effectively.
• Use assessment data to evaluate progress and set targets for improvement.
• Inspire trust and confidence in students and colleagues; engage and motivate learners.

Skills

Passion for teaching

Inclusion strategies

Safeguarding

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Join a Community that has High Expectations, Raises Aspirations and Transforms Lives at CCHS

Are you a compassionate and dedicated individual who believes in providing a first-class education to every student? Do you want to be part of an inclusive and nurturing community where everyone is empowered to succeed?

At CCHS, we are committed to investing in the best staff to provide first-class education in a happy, safe, and secure environment. By upholding high standards and clear expectations, we provide a stimulating learning environment where every member of our community feels supported. We are looking for a dedicated Teacher of Chemistry to join our team and help us continue our mission of providing a broad and balanced curriculum that leads to outstanding learning and progress.

Clacton County High School is part of the Sigma Trust and works closely in collaboration with the other schools within our trust family. As a result, we are innovative and always learning from each other to ensure that we deliver an exciting and progressive educational experience for our students. We continually develop and adapt our curriculum offer, improve the facilities and encourage participation in extra-curricular activities to give our students a breadth of opportunities.

As a school, we are determined never to stand still and as a result of this commitment, we are seeking an enthusiastic member of staff to become part of our CCHS team. It is important that the successful candidate is a dedicated and inspirational teacher and a great role model to their students.

Our guiding principles of ‘Higher Expectations, Raising Aspirations, Transforming Lives’ for all students and ‘Discover Yourself, Define Your Future’ for the sixth form, together with our PROUD values, permeate throughout the school and reflects the passion and drive within all staff at CCHS and our sixth form college.

We would be delighted to welcome your application if you feel inspired to be part of the CCHS experience, and have a commitment to understanding who we are, what we value and the culture we are creating.

Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer a welcoming and dynamic community where you can truly make a difference.

Full time and Part time applications will be considered for this post.

Please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. All applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.

A Day in the Life:

You’ll be responsible for bringing your passion and expertise to the following areas:

Teach allocated students up to and including GCSE (opportunities for KS5 for the right candidate), by planning their teaching to achieve progression of learning through:

• Understanding and applying effective classroom management.
• Understanding and applying a range of teaching strategies.
• Use assessment data to evaluate learner’s progress and set appropriate targets for improvement.
• Have a working knowledge of teachers' professional duties and legal liabilities.
• Inspire trust and confidence in students and colleagues.
• Build team commitment with colleagues and in the classroom engage and motivate students.

(The full details can be found in the attached Job Outline and Person Specification).

What We’re Looking For:

You are the perfect fit for our team if you have:

• Qualified Teacher Status
• A passion for teaching.
• A professional understanding of inclusion and strategies for engaging learners.
• A commitment to safeguarding within a school setting.

…. then CCHS is the school for the next step in your career.

Why Choose The Sigma Trust?

We believe in investing in our staff and fostering a culture of collaboration. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive package designed to support your professional and personal life.

Professional Development:

• A robust CPD training program that empowers you to flourish.
• Unrivalled opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across the Trust, sharing ideas and building strong professional relationships.

Employee Benefits:

• A competitive salary and excellent pension scheme.
• A Health Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme for your well-being.
• Exclusive perks like the Cycle to Work scheme, discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, and eligibility for a Blue Light Card.

Commitment to Safeguarding & Diversity

The Sigma Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment processes, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools.

The Sigma Trust is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristics. This is embedded in our vision ‘To Be Greater Than The Sum Of Its Parts’, where we believe we are strong and more successful working together, creating a workplace which celebrates diversity.

Ready to take the next step? Find out more about the role and apply by Midnight Sunday 4th October 2026.

Shortlisting will take place on Monday 5th October 2026.

The interview date is to be confirmed.

Nb: Please note that only fully completed application forms will be accepted and we reserve the right to close this advert early should we receive an overwhelming response. Candidates may be invited to interview prior to the closing date, so an early application is advised.

We are unable to provide sponsorship for this position, so please ensure you have the right to work in the UK before you apply.