Lead Practitioner of Chemistry – Secondary School in Oxford (January Start)

An academically rigorous secondary school in Oxford is seeking an outstanding Lead Practitioner of Chemistry to elevate practical science delivery required practical compliance and A-Level Chemistry performance starting in January.

Job Overview

This role combines expert classroom teaching with strategic leadership in STEM pedagogy. The successful candidate will model outstanding practical and theoretical Chemistry delivery across Key Stage 4 (GCSE Separate & Combined Science) and Key Stage 5 (A-Level Chemistry) while coaching non-specialist science staff and refining laboratory practical frameworks.

Working directly with senior leadership and the Head of Science you will lead departmental coaching workshops enforce CLEAPSS/COSHH safety standards and prepare Sixth Form students for competitive medicine biochemistry and natural science university entrance tests. This is a full-time permanent contract starting in January.

Key Responsibilities

• Model exemplary classroom practice across Key Stage 4 (GCSE) and Key Stage 5 (A-Level Chemistry)

• Lead whole-faculty coaching and peer observations on chemical bonding organic synthesis and quantitative chemistry

• Audit chemistry schemes of work required practical frameworks and COSHH/CLEAPSS safety logs across all laboratories

• Analyze assessment metrics to design targeted revision programs for high-attaining and borderline students

• Prepare Sixth Form pupils for university entrance exams and national Chemistry Olympiad competitions

• Mentor early-career science teachers to build confidence in chemistry theory and complex practical setups

Role Overview & Specifications

• Start Date: January

• Contract Type: Full-time permanent contract

• Location: Oxford Oxfordshire

• Salary / Pay Rate: Lead Practitioner Scale (LP1LP5 equivalent)

• Key Curriculum: AQA / OCR Chemistry

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with an honors degree in Chemistry Biochemistry or Chemical Engineering

• Proven track record of consistently outstanding classroom teaching and top-tier GCSE and A-Level Chemistry results

• Experience in peer coaching staff development or subject leadership

• Deep practical laboratory capability and CLEAPSS/COSHH safety knowledge

• An active enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

How to Apply: Please send your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered for this Lead Practitioner of Chemistry position in Oxford for a January start.