Teacher of Chemistry/Lead Teacher of Chemistry

The Matthew Arnold School; Cumnor; On-site; GBP 3,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community school in Oxford is looking for a Teacher of Chemistry or Lead Teacher of Chemistry. The position requires teaching across KS3 to A Level and offers a supportive environment for Early Career Teachers. Opportunities for professional development are available within a collaborative setting. Competitive salary includes a TLR for leadership responsibilities.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Strong induction program for ECTs

Collaborative teaching environment

Qualifications

• Ability to teach across KS3 to KS5.
• Experience or willingness to support extra-curricular initiatives.
• Good subject knowledge in Chemistry essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach Chemistry to students from KS3 to A Level.
• Set high expectations for students' performance.
• Plan and deliver well-structured lessons.
• Manage classroom behaviour and fulfil professional responsibilities.

Skills

Inspiring and motivating students

Strong subject knowledge in Chemistry

Ability to adapt teaching methods

Effective behaviour management

Job description

Matthew Arnold is a thriving community school on the outskirts of Oxford looking to appoint a Teacher of Chemistry or a Lead Teacher of Chemistry which carries a TLR 2(1) of £3,527 after the Easter half-term break in 2026. If you are able to start sooner we welcome applications for a January 2026 start. This is an exciting opportunity for those looking to start or further develop their career. The School Matthew Arnold is an oversubscribed, inclusive 11-18 school with over 1,300 pupils offering GCSE's and A Level courses, serving both urban and rural communities across west Oxford. The school prides itself on high achievement and improving outcomes, particularly for disadvantaged students. We maintain a friendly, collaborative environment where teachers support each other. As part of the Acer Trust, there are opportunities for cross-school professional development. Our induction programme offers strong support to Early Career Teachers (ECTs). Introduction This job description should be read with the current School Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document, which applies to the post holder. The duties will be performed under the reasonable direction of the Headteacher, with attention to workload and support. The job description will be reviewed annually through the Performance Development process. General Duties Teachers are expected to carry out the professional duties as per the School Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document.

Teaching Duties

• Teach across the full age and ability range from KS3 to KS5
• Responsibility for a tutor group
• Set high expectations to inspire, motivate, and challenge pupils
• Promote good progress and outcomes by pupils
• Demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge
• Plan and teach well-structured lessons
• Adapt teaching to the strengths and needs of all pupils
• Make productive use of assessment
• Manage behaviour effectively
• Fulfil wider professional responsibilities
• Teaching Chemistry across the age and ability range from KS3 to A Level.
• Contribute to departmental schemes of work and resources
• Support extra-curricular initiatives and events to promote Chemistry within the school and external partnerships (e.g. OCL and Acer Trust) April 2026 or Jan 2026 if able to start sooner.

Positions Available: 1. Suitable for ECTs. Interview Date(s): Matthew Arnold School reserves the right to interview applicants early and close the advert prior to closing date, therefore please apply as soon as possible.