Exciting Opportunity

Chemistry Teacher (Early Career Teacher - ECT)

Location: Leicester
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: Competitive, in line with experience

Exciting Opportunity for a Chemistry Teacher at Our Thriving State School

Are you a passionate Chemistry Teacher looking to start your teaching career in a dynamic and supportive environment? We are excited to invite an enthusiastic Chemistry Teacher (ECT) to join our vibrant school community in Stafford. As a Chemistry Teacher at our school, you will be part of a dedicated team of educators focused on providing outstanding education to students.

Why This Role is Ideal for You as a Chemistry Teacher

As a Chemistry Teacher, you will join a forward-thinking school that embraces innovation and fosters a strong academic community. This role offers an ideal setting for a newly qualified Chemistry Teacher to enhance their skills, receiving ample support and mentorship from experienced staff.

• Supportive Environment for ECTs: As a Chemistry Teacher, you'll benefit from a structured Early Career Teacher programme designed to provide tailored mentoring, ensuring you thrive in your first year and beyond.

• State-of-the-Art Facilities: Our modern science labs and resources will allow you, as a Chemistry Teacher, to create engaging and hands-on lessons, helping students connect theory to real-world applications.

• Collaborative Teaching Culture: Working alongside other passionate Chemistry Teachers, you will share ideas, strategies, and best practices, contributing to continuous improvements in teaching standards across the department.

What You'll Do as a Chemistry Teacher

• Deliver Engaging Lessons: As a Chemistry Teacher, you'll provide high-quality lessons across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, and potentially Key Stage 5. You'll cover a wide range of exciting topics, including chemical reactions, atomic structure, and organic chemistry, all while inspiring students to develop a deep interest in chemistry.

• Support Student Development: As a Chemistry Teacher, your role will also focus on fostering critical thinking skills in students, encouraging them to explore chemical concepts both in the classroom and through practical experiments.

• Collaborative Planning and Innovation: Working closely with other Chemistry Teachers, you will collaborate to develop, review, and innovate lesson plans, ensuring your students are continually challenged and engaged in their learning.

• Extra-Curricular Activities: In addition to classroom teaching, you will also have the opportunity to lead and support chemistry-related extra-curricular activities, such as science clubs, field trips, and student research projects, further enriching the students' educational experience.

Why Work at Our State School?

• Professional Development: We offer ongoing opportunities for professional growth and career progression, supporting you in your development as a skilled Chemistry Teacher.

• Inclusive, Supportive Environment: We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive school culture, where every teacher is valued and every student's potential is recognised.

• Positive Impact: This is a chance to make a real difference in the lives of students, inspiring the next generation of scientists and critical thinkers.

How to Apply

If you are a motivated and passionate Chemistry Teacher (ECT) looking to join a state school where you can make a real difference, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV and a cover letter explaining why you would be a great fit for our school and the Chemistry Teacher position. We look forward to welcoming you to our team