Chemistry Teacher - Inner London Private School
Chemistry Teacher - Putney, Wandsworth (Independent Girls' School) 🧪
We are exclusively partnering with a highly prestigious independent girls' school in the affluent Putney area of Wandsworth to find an exceptional Chemistry Teacher . This is a superb opportunity for a dedicated and inspiring educator to join a supportive, high-achieving environment renowned for its strong science results and commitment to developing future female scientists.
The Role
The school seeks a qualified Chemistry specialist with extensive experience teaching the subject across all key stages, with a primary focus on GCSE and A-Level . The ideal candidate will be adept at challenging bright students and fostering analytical skills. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Delivering outstanding, intellectually rigorous lessons in Chemistry to girls from Key Stage 3 through to A-Level .
- Developing and implementing an ambitious curriculum that covers organic, inorganic, and physical chemistry, ensuring strong conceptual understanding.
- Planning and conducting practical laboratory work safely and effectively, instilling excellent experimental technique in students.
- Guiding students through challenging examinations and supporting those aiming for highly competitive science, medicine, and engineering courses at top universities.
- Contributing to the department's culture by running science clubs or mentoring schemes to encourage girls in STEM fields.
Candidate Requirements
To be considered for this prestigious position, you should have:
- A degree in Chemistry or a closely related scientific field from a strong university.
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualifications (e.g., PGCE, Independent School teaching experience).
- Extensive proven experience teaching Chemistry at the A-Level , with a demonstrable history of achieving excellent student outcomes.
- A commitment to single-sex education and an enthusiasm for promoting women in science.
- Excellent communication, scholarly presentation, and laboratory management skills.
Salary & Application
The salary for this position is highly competitive and will be paid in line with the independent school pay scale, commensurate with your exceptional experience and qualifications.
If you are an outstanding Chemistry Teacher seeking a rewarding role in a leading girls' school in Putney, please apply through our recruitment platform or contact our agency directly for further details . We are actively interviewing for this pivotal role.
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