Teacher of Science / Chemistry - Part-time Fixed Term Maternity Cover

Merchant Taylors' School; Sefton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Sefton, England is seeking a part-time Teacher of Chemistry to commence in February 2026. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching Chemistry to A Level and participating in co-curricular activities. This role emphasizes the importance of safeguarding children and aims to support professional growth. Applicants with experience or those in their Early Career are encouraged to apply. The closing date for applications is January 5, 2026.

Qualifications

• Experienced teacher or Early Career Teacher (ECT) suitable.
• Demonstrated passion for teaching and learning.
• Dedication to professional development.

Responsibilities

• Teach Chemistry to A Level students.
• Participate in the co-curricular life of the school.
• Ensure a safe environment for children.

Skills

Competent IT skills

Teaching to A Level

Self-reflective

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Tools

Microsoft Surface Pro

Smartboards

Job description

Teacher of Chemistry - Part-time 0.7 Fixed Term Maternity Cover

We are seeking to recruit an inspirational, enthusiastic and self-reflective Teacher of Science / Chemistry to start employment in February 2026. The role would suit an experienced teacher or an ECT. The role involves teaching Teacher of Business to A Level.

Competent IT skills are necessary since members of staff are each furnished with a Microsoft Surface Pro for use within and away from school and these can be used in tandem with smartboards in classrooms.

There is an expectation that you will participate in and contribute to the co-curricular life of the School as a whole. In return, the School is committed to helping you develop further as a teacher by supporting you with appropriate professional development.

Candidates are strongly encouraged to visit the school website for more information about our thriving school, which offers an exceptionally rich curriculum and strong sense of community.

Safeguarding Responsibilities of the Post Include:

• The provision of a safe environment in which children and young people feel heard.
• Being aware of the indicators of abuse and neglect.
• Ensuring vigilance in recognising changes in behaviour or mood.
• Reporting safeguarding concerns in line with the School's Safeguarding Children and Child Protection Policy.
• Attending Safeguarding training and updates as requested by the School.

The duties of this role meet the definition of regulated activity relevant to children and an enhanced DBS check with children's barred list is appropriate.

School Safeguarding Statement

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo safeguarding checks appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

For further details and to apply, please visit our website.

Closing date: Monday 5th January 2026 at midday; however, we reserve the right to close the vacancy early, so you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Interview dates are currently scheduled for w/c 12th January 2026.