Independent School – Teacher of Chemistry – Watford
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Job Summary
A prestigious independent day school in Watford is seeking to appoint a Chemistry Teacher on a full-time permanent basis from January. This appointment offers an outstanding foundation for a newly qualified Chemistry teacher to begin their career in a highly academic and supportive environment.
The School
The school educates pupils from 1118 and is renowned for its academic excellence values-driven ethos and strong university placement record. Students are well-behaved motivated and ambitious. The school places a significant emphasis on high-quality teaching enrichment and professional development.
The Science faculty operates across purpose-built laboratories with full technical support. Chemistry is a flagship subject with excellent uptake at A-Level.
The Role
You will teach Chemistry across KS3 and KS4 supported closely by an experienced Head of Chemistry and Senior Leadership Team. As an ECT you will benefit from:
A reduced teaching timetable
Weekly structured mentoring
Observation and feedback cycles
Subject-specific CPD
Controlled workload appropriate for early career development
The school places strong emphasis on practical Chemistry and scientific thinking with regular student participation in competitions Olympiads and extension activities.
The Candidate
The ideal candidate will:
Hold a Chemistry or closely related degree
Be completing or have completed QTS
Demonstrate strong theoretical and practical Chemistry knowledge
Show excellent classroom presence and organisation
Be ambitious reflective and committed to professional growth
Share the schools academic and pastoral values
Package & Benefits
Highly competitive independent school salary
Small class sizes and outstanding facilities
Exceptionally supportive mentoring programme
Pension scheme and long-term progression opportunities
Strong culture of staff development and wellbeing
This is a rare opportunity for a Chemistry Teacher or ECT to begin their career within a structured prestigious and academically outstanding environment.
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