Teacher of Chemistry

Position

Teacher of Chemistry – King Henry VIII School. Teacher needed from September 2026 or January 2027. 1 year fixed term contract; full‑time or part‑time hours considered.

King Henry VIII School (part of the Coventry School Foundation) provides a forward‑thinking, contemporary education for girls and boys across the West Midlands. Located near Coventry railway station, the school community is diverse and committed to inclusion.

• Celebrate our diverse and inclusive community.
• Inspire aspirational and authentic lifelong learners and leaders.
• Empower courage, creativity and compassion in each student.
• Nurture respectful, resilient and kind individuals.

The department consists of 4 teachers and a dedicated chemistry technician, with lessons delivered in dedicated teaching laboratories. KS4 follows Edexcel IGCSE Chemistry; at A Level we deliver AQA specifications. Chemistry is a popular A Level choice, with many students applying to medicine and related degrees.

• A community of considerate, creative and compassionate students and staff.
• A highly diverse and inclusive school community, committed to our bursary provision.
• An inspiring and enthusiastic team of colleagues across the teaching and support staff.
• A commitment to staff CPD and professional development through mentoring and coaching, using both internal and external expertise.
• A diverse benefits package including:
  • Competitive salary
  • Attractive defined contribution pension scheme
  • Free onsite parking
  • Free Sport Centre membership
  • Free lunches
  • School fee discount
  • Cycle to work scheme

• Ability to teach KS3 Biology and/or Physics desirable.
• Excellent subject knowledge and a passion for chemistry.
• The ability to teach Chemistry to highly able pupils across KS3, GCSE and A Level, and lower school science.
• A talent for motivating and enthusing young learners to achieve their best.
• Kindness and open‑mindedness.
• Intellectual curiosity, enthusiasm and a personal ethos of lifelong learning.
• Resilience and optimism; willing to go the extra mile in the busy life of the school.
• The ability to build positive and constructive relationships with pupils, both as a teacher and form tutor, taking a proactive approach to well‑being and mental health of young people.
• Team‑working abilities and a keenness to enable all colleagues to contribute ideas and be part of positive change.
• Commitment to the well‑being and safeguarding of all students and staff.
• Commitment to diversity, inclusion and anti‑racism in the school community.