Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Paid to scale
Chemistry Teacher
A renowned Secondary School in Oxford is seeking a professional and highly organised Chemistry Teacher to join their experienced and collaborative Science faculty. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a well-structured and supportive school environment where teaching staff play an essential role in the smooth operation of the school.
The successful candidate will provide day-to-day instructional support across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5, focusing on chemical equations, atomic structure, molecular kinetics, and practical laboratory investigative frameworks. Responsibilities will include maintaining student progress records, updating school tracking systems, managing departmental correspondence, supporting attendance administration, and assisting with the organisation of scientific events, laboratory experiments, and STEM initiatives.
You will also support communication with parents, students, and external scientific networks while ensuring that information is handled professionally and confidentially at all times. Strong organisational skills are essential, as the role requires the ability to balance classroom teaching with laboratory safety protocols and manage multiple responsibilities within a busy school environment.
The school is looking for someone who is proactive, reliable, and able to work efficiently both independently and as part of a collaborative science faculty. Good IT skills and confidence using digital learning tracking systems are important, alongside strong communication and interpersonal skills.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing school community where teaching staff are highly valued and staff wellbeing and professional development are prioritised.
School Information
This is an 11 to 18 well-established School in Oxford with a strong commitment to technical innovation, academic progress, and student wellbeing. The school serves an ambitious, academic community and is known for its supportive ethos, where positive relationships and high expectations underpin daily practice. Students are respectful, motivated, and analytical, creating a calm and purposeful learning environment.
Requirements
Previous teaching or relevant instructional experience in Chemistry up to GCSE and A-Level
Strong organisational and communication skills
Good IT and data management skills
Professional and proactive approach to laboratory health and safety compliance
Ability to work effectively in a busy environment
Application
To apply, please send your CV as soon as possible.
