Teacher of Chemistry - Croydon

Aspire People; London; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job description

Teacher of Chemistry - Croydon

Contract type: Permanent

Start date: September 2025 (earlier start may be available for the right candidate)

Salary: Outer London MPS - UPS (36,413 - 53,994)

Are you an ambitious Teacher of Chemistry looking for a rewarding new opportunity from September?

Perhaps you're currently doing your PGCE and would like dedicated support to ensure you secure the best possible school to start your career?

Aspire People may have the perfect role for you. Please act quickly to avoid disappointment. Interviews are being held on an ongoing basis.

Teacher of Chemistry - the school:

Aspire People are working with a successful Ofsted-rated "Good" secondary school in Croydon, known for their strong academic results, inclusive ethos, and supportive environment. The Science department is highly-regarded within the school with all three divisions seeing a high uptake at A Level. The school regularly put their pupils forward for extra-curricular STEM activities and are looking for a fantastic teacher to help lead on this. The school has fantastic facilities, visionary SLT and well-behaved pupils. Different departments regularly collaborate with each other and offer regular CPD opportunities. Career progression is available for the right candidate.

Teacher of Chemistry - the role:

As a Teacher of Chemistry, you will:

1. Deliver inspirational and well-structured lessons across KS3-KS5
2. Engage and challenge students of all abilities, ensuring progress through differentiated teaching.
3. Use formative and summative assessments effectively to track student performance and adapt teaching strategies.
4. Contribute to intervention programmes, revision sessions, and Maths clubs to support pupil progress.
5. Collaborate with the high-performing Science department to share best practices and develop the curriculum.
6. Participate in whole-school initiatives, such as STEM events, competitions, and enrichment activities.

Teacher of Chemistry - requirements:

1. UK QTS
2. Undergraduate UK degree in Chemistry or a related field
3. Excellent subject knowledge
4. Enthusiasm for teaching and the drive to help every student succeed
5. Experience teaching A Level Chemistry is desirable
6. Excellent behaviour management and the ability to create a positive learning environment
7. ECTs are encouraged to apply - the school offers a fantastic induction programme with mentoring support

How to apply:

If this Teacher of Chemistry role sounds like the perfect role for you, please don't hesitate to apply via this advert. Michaela at Aspire People will be in touch within 24 hours of application if you have been shortlisted.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.