Science Teacher | Independent Co-Educational Day School |...

CORE PURPOSE

We require an inspiring, highly academic Science Teacher to deliver outstanding biology, chemistry, and physics instruction across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, with the opportunity to teach post-16 A-Level specialist pathways. Operating within a prestigious independent co-educational day school, the successful candidate will facilitate an enriched, practical-led curriculum designed to foster advanced scientific enquiry, rigorous analytical reasoning, and confident experimental skills, preparing all pupils thoroughly for terminal GCSE Separate and Combined Science public examinations.

THE SCHOOL

Our independent co-educational day school has a long-standing reputation for scholarly excellence, holistic character development, and high student ambition. The campus features state-of-the-art, university-standard science laboratories, dedicated preparation spaces, and extensive co-curricular STEM facilities. Our behaviour framework relies on an established culture of high expectations, self-discipline, and mutual respect, maintaining an impeccable, highly purposeful learning environment that allows pupils to engage deeply in complex practical investigations and independent scientific research.

KEY TASKS & DAILY OPERATIONS

• Advanced Practical STEM Instruction: Plan, resource, and deliver high-impact science lessons across accelerated learning pathways, embedding demanding practical investigations to demystify advanced chemical reactions, biological systems, and physics principles.

• Stretching High-Attainers: Target top-tier grade boundaries by deploying rigorous academic scaffolding, higher-level mathematical modelling, and university-preparatory extension tasks to maximize the intellectual potential of a highly motivated student body.

• Rigorous Laboratory Leadership: Manage premium school laboratory and research spaces with flawless adherence to CLEAPSS health and safety standards, teaching advanced experimental techniques and precise manipulation of scientific apparatus.

• Examination Optimization: Guide examination cohorts systematically through the demands of terminal Higher tier GCSE papers, meticulously tracking formative assessment data to eliminate misconceptions and secure elite grade outcomes.

• Holistic Pastoral Care: Fulfil full form tutor and house responsibilities within an established pastoral structure, managing daily registration, supporting student wellbeing, and maintaining proactive, collaborative communication with families.

PROFILE REQUIREMENTS

• Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or a recognised equivalent teaching credential, paired with a strong honours degree in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or a closely related natural science discipline from a reputable university.

• Pedagogical Capability: A proven track record or clear capacity to deliver top-tier progress metrics and exceptional performance in terminal public examinations through structured, high-impact, and scholarly science pedagogy.

• Inclusive & Professional Ethos: An unwavering commitment to an independent school environment, demonstrating the patience, clarity, and adaptability required to stretch high-achieving pupils while supporting individual learning needs.

REGIONAL CONTEXT

• Historic Roman Bastion & Modern Science Infrastructure: Based in the historic walled city of Chester, the school capitalizes on a unique regional identity where an ancient Roman heritage meets a modern status as a key hub for chemical engineering, nuclear research, and environmental sciences along the Anglo-Welsh border. The school’s proximity to major industrial research facilities, the Thornton Science Park, and Chester Zoo provides unparalleled, real-world links for ecology, biochemistry, and materials science modules, connecting classroom science directly to regional professional research and conservation.

• Connectivity & Infrastructure: The campus benefits from excellent transport links across Cheshire, Merseyside, and North Wales, offering straightforward road commuting via the M53, M56, A55, and A483 corridors. Public transit networks run seamlessly into the city centre, utilizing comprehensive regional bus routes and Chester general railway station, which provides regular, rapid Transport for Wales, Merseyrail, and Avanti West Coast services directly to Wrexham, Liverpool, Manchester, and London Euston.

APPLICATION INTAKE

Please submit your current CV to begin the application process.