Teacher of Science (Chemistry)

Walton High; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-achieving school in Stafford is seeking a Science teacher to deliver Chemistry at GCSE level. The successful candidate will join a vibrant and successful department known for excellent results in both GCSE and A level. This position is suitable for both experienced teachers and ECTs, offering comprehensive mentoring and professional development opportunities within an innovative and evidence-informed teaching environment.

Benefits

Excellent mentoring programme

Comprehensive CPD opportunities

Vibrant teaching and learning groups

Qualifications

• Talented Science teacher with the ability to teach Chemistry to at least GCSE level.
• Open to ECTs as well as experienced teachers.
• Committed to contributing to the school's vibrant environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach Chemistry and contribute to a successful Science department.
• Participate in the mentoring programme and CPD opportunities.

Skills

Ability to teach Chemistry

Enthusiastic and dedicated

Experience with students at GCSE level

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Teacher of Science (Chemistry)

• Posting date: 15 January 2026
• Hours: Full time
• Closing date: 30 January 2026
• Location: Stafford, Staffordshire, ST17 0LJ
• Company: Teaching Vacancies
• Job type: Permanent
• Job reference: 36b9fa62-067f-44cb-a46b-f0805ef40ceb

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking a talented Science teacher with the ability to teach Chemistry to at least GCSE level, to join this very successful department of 15 teachers and 2 technicians. The department achieves excellent results at both GCSE and A level and recruits high numbers of students at KS5.

We welcome applications from ECTs as well as experienced teachers, wishing to work in an excellent school. If you are an enthusiastic, dedicated and committed teacher who feels you have a contribution to make to this vibrant, forward‑looking school at this exciting time in its development, we would be delighted to receive an application from you.

What the school offers its staff

Walton High School is an oversubscribed, high‑achieving school with an excellent mentoring programme for new staff. We are an evidence‑informed school and our teaching and learning principles are rooted in the latest evidence‑informed best practice. We have an extensive and successful CPD programme and a vibrant array of voluntary teaching and learning groups where research papers and best practice are routinely discussed.

Commitment to safeguarding

This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Further details regarding this check are available from the school or by visiting https://disclosure.capitarvs.co.uk/stoke. This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.