Teacher of Science (Chemistry) - Huddersfield New College

Kirklees Council; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirklees Council is advertising a Teacher of Science (Chemistry) position for Huddersfield New College. This full-time, permanent role is available for qualified teachers including NQTs and offers a supportive environment dedicated to academic excellence and student engagement. The successful candidate will join a dedicated faculty committed to high-quality teaching and a positive impact on students' educational journeys.

Qualifications

• Suitable for NQTs and experienced teachers; trainee teachers welcome.
• Alignment with ASPIRE values.
• Experience in teaching science subjects.

Responsibilities

• Support staff and students to achieve their best.
• Deliver A level, BTEC, and other science courses.
• Collaborate with faculty to enhance student learning.

Skills

Passion for education

Collaboration

Diversity awareness

Reflective practice

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Teacher of Science (Chemistry) - Huddersfield New College

Organisation: Schools

Directorate: Secondary Schools

Service Area: Huddersfield New College

Hours: Full time

Number of Jobs: 1

Location(s): Huddersfield and surrounding areas

Position type: Permanent

Grade: SFC range 1 – 9 for teaching staff (dependent on experience)

Kirklees Council are advertising this role on behalf of Huddersfield New College.

This post is suitable for NQTs and experienced teachers; trainee/secondary teachers are also welcome to apply.

Start date: 20th August 2025 or 5th January 2026.

As an HNC colleague, you will have the opportunity to shape a better future by supporting staff and students to achieve their best. We work collaboratively to ensure that staff enjoy working at the College and students love learning. We embrace diversity and understand the complexities of the modern world. We are committed to our ASPIRE values and to making our vision and mission a daily reality. If you believe education, enrichment, and enlightenment are key to empowering young people, we encourage you to apply.

The Maths and Science Faculty offers A level, AAQ, and BTEC courses, including biology, chemistry, physics, maths, and environmental science. The faculty includes 12 teaching staff and 4 science technicians dedicated to high-quality delivery aligned with the college's vision and values. Specialist teams deliver the A level sciences and applied courses, working collaboratively to provide an enriching and challenging experience for students.

If you are inspired by our vision, passionate about making a positive impact through hard work, aligned with our ASPIRE values, humble, and self-reflective, HNC may be the perfect fit for you.

We are committed to equal opportunities and safeguarding. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required for all posts. All candidates will undergo an online search in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, and successful candidates will be subject to additional safeguarding checks.

The closing date for applications is midnight, 19th June 2025. The Assessment Centre will be held during the week commencing 23rd June 2025.