Teacher of Chemistry (Maternity Cover)

PUTNEY HIGH SCHOOL; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in London seeks a dedicated Chemistry teacher to join its thriving department. The role requires teaching Chemistry and general science, ideally suited for both newly qualified and experienced teachers. Candidates should possess a solid degree in Chemistry and a passion for engaging students in scientific inquiry. This position offers rich professional development opportunities and competitive benefits including pension and discounts. Applications close on October 13, 2025.

Benefits

Competitive salaries and pay progression

Generous pension scheme

Free life assurance benefit

Professional development opportunities

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic graduate with a good understanding of Chemistry.
• Experience in teaching A level Chemistry is desirable.
• Experience in teaching Key Stage 3 science.

Responsibilities

• Join a successful and thriving Chemistry department.
• Teach Chemistry and general science to high-achieving students.
• Engage in continuous professional development.

Skills

Good honours degree in Chemistry or a related subject

Excellent knowledge and practical experience in Chemistry

Ability to teach general science at Key Stage 3

Education

Graduation in Chemistry or related subject

Job description

Overview

Hours: Full time. We are open to discussing the possibility of part time (FTE 0.8). Salary will be pro-rated for candidates expressing an interest in part time.

Required from: January 2026 or March 2026

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and well qualified individual to join our successful and thriving Chemistry department.

Science at Putney is about the will to find out. We aim to open up the minds of the students to an understanding of the value, relevance and importance of scientific endeavour in the world around them. Experimentation is at the heart of our approach, and we take full advantage of the excellent laboratories, resources and facilities available to our students.

If you are an enthusiastic graduate with a good honours degree in Chemistry or a related subject, with excellent knowledge and practical experience in Chemistry, we would be delighted to hear from you. The ability to teach general science at Key Stage 3 is also required, and to teach A level Chemistry is desirable. This post would suit either a newly qualified teacher or a more experienced teacher looking for career development and offers the opportunity to teach well motivated and high-achieving students.

About the School

As one of the UK’s leading schools, Putney High School is rightly proud of its exceptional academic results and pastoral care. A spirit of intellectual agility and engagement is at the heart of the school’s ethos, with pupils stretched, challenged, and supported inside the classroom and beyond.

The school is set in leafy, tranquil grounds close to the heart of Putney and to the River Thames.

The school is part of the GDST, the UK’s leading network of independent girls’ schools. We can offer a variety of benefits, such as:

• Competitive salaries and pay progression
• Competitive terms and conditions of employment
• Generous pension scheme
• Free life assurance benefit
• A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
• Access to extensive professional development opportunities
• Training grants for qualifications
• Interest free loans for training, computer purchase loans and season ticket loans
• A Cycle to Work scheme
• Retail and lifestyle discounts
• Financial guidance and support
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

For further details and to apply please click the apply button.

Applications must be received by: Monday 13th October 2025 at 9am.

Interviews to be held: Thursday 16 October or Friday 17 October 2025

The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included. We are committed to the safeguarding of children and child protection screening will apply to this post.