Chemistry Teacher

Bournemouth

8 months ago

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Location: Bournemouth, Dorset
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS + Sixth Form TLR available

An outstanding and forward-thinking secondary school in Bournemouth seeks a talented Chemistry Teacher to join its thriving STEM faculty in September 2025. This role offers an exciting opportunity to nurture scientific excellence across all key stages and play a leading part in sixth-form chemistry success.

About the role:
You will deliver Chemistry lessons at KS3, KS4, and A-Level, designing robust, enquiry-based lessons that build scientific thinking and confidence. The department has a track record of excellent GCSE and A-Level outcomes, and students engage regularly in STEM fairs and competitions.

Responsibilities:

Create rigorous and engaging Chemistry lessons incorporating practical work

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Monitor student progress and administer targeted interventions

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Guide A-Level students through coursework and exams with mentoring

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Lead science enrichment activities—robotics, Olympiads, residentials

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Collaborate on curriculum development and department initiatives

Ideal Candidate:

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Degree in Chemistry (or close science field) and QTS

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Experience teaching Chemistry at GCSE/A-Level, ideally in high-performing settings

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Data-driven, reflective practitioner with excellent classroom management

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Enthusiastic about enrichment opportunities and outreach

School environment:
A 'Good' school with 'Outstanding' features, renowned for its pastoral care and STEM ambition. It offers superb lab facilities, technician support, and strong links with universities. Staff wellbeing is prioritised, with protected planning time.

Benefits:

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TLR available for Sixth Form responsibility

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Access to CPD, including STEM leadership and science pedagogy

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Generous resources budget and technician assistance

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Collaborative, student-centred culture

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