Chemistry Lead Practitioner – Scholarly Secondary School
Listed on 2026-10-29
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Education / Teaching
Chemistry Teacher, Science Teacher
An academically rigorous secondary school in York 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 OverviewThis 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 ResponsibilitiesModel 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
Start Date: January
Contract Type: Full-time, permanent contract
Location: York, North Yorkshire
Salary / Pay Rate: Lead Practitioner Scale (LP1–LP5 equivalent)
Key Curriculum: AQA / OCR Chemistry
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)
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