Teacher of Science; Maternity Cover

We are looking for an enthusiastic, skilled and passionate full‑time Science Teacher to join our welcoming and highly successful school to cover a maternity leave from September 2026 to Easter 2027.

Chislehurst School for Girls, part of Inicio Educational Trust, is an aspirational place of learning for girls aged 11-18, and boys aged 16-18, where students have every opportunity to reach their full potential.

We are committed to the pursuit of academic excellence and to developing the leaders of tomorrow. Our strong pastoral support and commitment to mutual respect enable all our students to discover their strengths and truly develop a life‑long love of learning.

• Is a skilled, versatile and hardworking Science teacher with a passion for delivering an excellent Science provision to students.
• Consistently models excellent practice and has students' academic progress and personal development at the core of their professional motivation.
• Wants an exciting opportunity to work in a vibrant and diverse organisation.
• Is keen to work collaboratively within the wider Science Faculty team.
• Has experience of teaching Science at GCSE and or A Level.

• A dedicated and supportive staff team.
• Polite and welcoming children and families.
• A working environment where everyone is valued and respected.
• Excellent CPD within the school and across the Trust.

Inicio Educational Trust (IET) is committed to equality and diversity. We are committed to continuous improvement in how representative we are of our local communities, including gender, ethnicity, religion, age, and all other aspects of diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds to join our team.

IET is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. References will be sought, and the successful applicant will need to undertake an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.

This is an exciting opportunity for the right individual to join our wonderful school.

For more information about the school please visit the school website: https://

For queries please contact Mrs L Marsh (PA to the Headteacher) at  or telephone .

To apply for this role please complete the attached IET Application Form. Please also refer to the JD/PS for this role.

References will be requested for those shortlisted only and prior to the interview.

Only those shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

The Trust reserves the right to close, extend or remove the advert and interview suitable candidates prior to the closing date.

Applications and enquiries should be emailed to

No CVs and no agencies.

Closing date for applications: 9am, Wednesday 25 February 2026.

Interviews: w/c Monday 2 March 2026.

Please email your completed application form to