Teacher of Chemistry & Physical Sciences

Location: Barking, East/Outer London

School Type: Secondary School & Sixth Form (Co-educational, Ofsted Rated 'Outstanding')

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent or Fixed-Term

Start Date: Immediate / ASAP or January Start

An Ofsted-rated 'Outstanding' secondary school and Sixth Form in Barking (London Borough of Barking & Dagenham) is seeking an inquisitive, articulate, and dynamic Teacher of Chemistry to join their top-tier Science faculty. This is an exceptional opportunity for a chemistry specialist, whether an experienced educator looking to teach advanced A-Level organic and physical chemistry modules or an ambitious Early Career Teacher (ECT), to foster scientific curiosity, laboratory precision, and academic excellence across a high-aspiring student body.

About the Role

As a Teacher of Chemistry, you will transform chemical principles, molecular structures, and reaction kinetics into captivating, hands-on learning experiences. Joining a high-performing Science department, you will deliver high-rigor theoretical and practical lessons across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 (GCSE Chemistry & Combined Science), and Key Stage 5 (A-Level Chemistry), equipping students with the analytical skills needed for higher education and STEM careers.

• Environment: An Outstanding Outer London secondary school equipped with state-of-the-art chemical laboratories, modern fume hoods, digital data loggers, and dedicated prep rooms

• Culture: A collaborative, supportive, and well-resourced department backed by experienced laboratory technicians, shared digital schemes of work, and vision-driven leadership

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver academically rich, practical-led Chemistry lessons across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5 that build conceptual understanding, quantitative mastery, and laboratory safety skills.

• Prepare GCSE and A-Level candidates thoroughly for national written examinations and required practical endorsements using data-driven progress tracking and diagnostic exam coaching.

• Integrate real-world applications of chemistry, from pharmaceuticals and green energy to materials science and biochemistry, into daily learning.

• Track, evaluate, and monitor student progress, implementing targeted intervention routines to stretch high-aspiring scholars while scaffolding complex concepts for developing learners.

• Contribute positively to department enrichment, such as Royal Society of Chemistry competitions, UK Chemistry Olympiad coaching, STEM clubs, and university medicine/chemistry pathway guidance.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognized teaching credential.

• A strong academic degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related physical science discipline.

• Proven track record or demonstrated capability of delivering outstanding Chemistry instruction across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (KS5/A-Level Chemistry teaching experience is highly desirable).

• In-depth knowledge of national Chemistry examination board specifications (e.g., AQA, Edexcel, OCR) and practical assessment protocols.

• Outstanding classroom presence, strong experimental demonstration skills, and an infectious enthusiasm for chemical inquiry and scientific reasoning.

Salary & Benefits

• Pay Scale: Outer London Main / Upper Pay Scale (MPS/UPS Outer London, commensurate with experience), with potential TLR opportunities available for Chemistry Key Stage Coordination or STEM Enrichment.

• Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS), comprehensive continuous professional development (CPD), structured mentoring, and access to staff health and wellbeing programs.

How to Apply

If you are an ambitious Chemistry specialist ready to inspire future scientists and innovators at an Outstanding secondary school in Barking, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application and CV as soon as possible for consideration.