Teacher of Science

Overview

Chichester Free School is seeking an exceptional Science teacher to join our team as a full‑time post starting 13 April. The successful candidate will also be invited to apply for a Teacher Leadership and Resourcing (TLR) position across the school. The role is primarily a secondary post, with the possibility to teach across phases for the right candidate.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach Science from Years 7 to 11. A specialist in Biology, Chemistry or Physics will be welcomed, although a strong general Science background is sufficient. Secondary teachers also act as year‑based tutor group tutors; a time allowance is provided for this role.

• Plan, deliver and assess Science lessons for Years 7 to 11, ensuring the curriculum meets new Science teaching and GCSE requirements.
• Engage pupils in enjoyable, rigorous, and innovative learning, using technology and new pedagogy to explore scientific concepts.
• Establish excellent relationships with both staff and pupils, promoting a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Support the department and the wider school by contributing to the ethos, extra‑curricular activities, and whole‑school initiatives.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of current Science teaching issues and curriculum developments.
• Manage behaviour, safeguarding and welfare responsibilities, ensuring all pupils are safe and supported.
• Prepare and maintain administrative duties, keeping accurate lesson plans, assessment data and attendance records.

• Well‑qualified science graduate, or holder of a science‑related qualification.
• Highly skilled, enthusiastic and fully committed to the school ethos.
• Strong communication skills, both with pupils and staff, and a positive, resilient approach to pressure.
• Experience of using technology in the classroom, and a drive to innovate pedagogically.
• Organised, disciplined, and proficient with safeguarding and safeguarding procedures.
• Willingness to contribute to school life both inside and outside the classroom.

Chichester Free School is a state‑funded, non‑profit free school with state‑of‑the‑art facilities. The school has a strong record of Ofsted performance and above‑average outcomes in GCSE but is committed to further improvement. Our values of nurture, challenge and inspire influence all areas of school life.

To apply, submit an application form and a supporting statement addressing the criteria above to recruitment by Monday 19 January. Short‑listed candidates will be invited to interview in the week beginning 19 January. A formal contract will be issued subject to the standard Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Chichester Free School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff must obtain List 99 and an enhanced DBS clearance, declare all convictions and cautions, and complete the full application form.