Chemistry Teacher

Chemistry Teacher – Secondary School

Location:

Barnet, London

Salary: £40,372–£59,864 per annum – M1 to UPS3

Contract:

Full-time, long-term temporary

Start Date:

8 September 2026

Teach Now is recruiting an accomplished Chemistry Teacher for a successful secondary school in Barnet. The school is seeking a subject specialist capable of delivering engaging and academically rigorous Chemistry across KS3 and KS4, with opportunities to teach KS5 depending on experience.

This position offers an excellent environment for a teacher who enjoys high-quality subject teaching, practical science and helping students build the knowledge and confidence required for GCSE and A-level success.

• Plan and teach high-quality Chemistry lessons
• Deliver the science curriculum across KS3 and KS4
• Teach GCSE Chemistry as part of combined and/or separate sciences
• Potentially teach A-level Chemistry where appropriate
• Plan safe and purposeful practical investigations
• Assess pupils accurately and use assessment to address misconceptions
• Provide intervention and targeted support for pupils who need additional help
• Stretch high-attaining students and encourage interest in STEM pathways
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour, effort and academic achievement
• Contribute to department planning, moderation and curriculum development
• Work collaboratively with technicians and other science teachers

• Qualified Teacher Status or an equivalent formally recognised teaching qualification
• A degree in Chemistry or a closely related discipline
• Strong Chemistry subject knowledge
• Experience teaching secondary science in a UK school
• Experience delivering GCSE Chemistry
• Excellent classroom and behaviour-management skills
• A sound understanding of assessment and examination requirements
• A commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education
• The right to work in the UK
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one
• Two satisfactory professional references
• A-level teaching experience would be particularly welcome but is not essential for every applicant.

You can expect:

• A well-established science department
• Access to specialist laboratory facilities and technician support
• Collaborative departmental planning
• Strong emphasis on practical and investigative science
• Opportunities to teach examination classes
• Supportive leadership and professional development
• The chance to contribute to enrichment, STEM activities or science clubs

Salary is determined according to teaching experience, qualifications, relevant responsibilities and the school’s assessment of the successful candidate.

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination.

Teach-Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.

Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance