Independent School – Teacher of Chemistry – Peterborough

A prestigious independent school in Peterborough is seeking to appoint a talented and dedicated Teacher of Chemistry for an immediate start on a full-time permanent basis. This appointment offers the chance to join an academically elite environment where pupils are highly motivated and where staff are supported to deliver outstanding teaching without unnecessary administrative burdens.

The School
This co-educational independent school serves students aged 1118 and has an outstanding reputation for academic excellence exceptional pastoral care and strong university destinations including Russell Group and international institutions. The school prides itself on small class sizes excellent behaviour and a culture of scholarship ambition and respect.

The Science faculty is central to the schools success and is supported by purpose-built laboratories full technician staffing and advanced scientific equipment. Chemistry is a core strength of the department with strong GCSE and A-Level participation and consistently high outcomes.

The Role
You will teach Chemistry across KS3 and KS4 with the opportunity to teach KS5 depending on experience. The curriculum promotes deep subject understanding practical application and high-level scientific thinking. You will join a team of experienced subject specialists working in a supportive and collaborative environment with strong leadership.

In addition to classroom teaching you will be encouraged to contribute to enrichment activities such as STEM clubs Olympiad preparation university extension programmes and academic visits.

The Successful Candidate
The school is seeking a Chemistry teacher who:

• Holds QTS and a degree in Chemistry or a related discipline

• Has proven experience teaching Chemistry at secondary level

• Demonstrates strong practical and theoretical subject knowledge

• Has excellent organisation communication and classroom management

• Is committed to delivering consistently high academic standards

• Is enthusiastic about contributing to extracurricular and enrichment activities

Prior independent-school experience is advantageous but not essential.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive independent school salary

• Small teaching groups and excellent learning environments

• Full laboratory technician support

• Strong CPD and clear progression opportunities

• Pension scheme and staff wellbeing benefits

• Positive professional staff culture with low turnover

This is an outstanding opportunity for a confident Chemistry teacher seeking a stable high-performing independent school environment with an immediate start.