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Head of Chemistry

Head of Chemistry

Tes Schools Recruitment

Calne

  • Expired
Salary:
c£45K depending upon experience
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
September 2020
Apply by:
23 April 2020

Job overview

Tes is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspirational Head of Chemistry on a full-time basis from September 2020.

This is an exciting opportunity to join an excellent all girls independent school (11-18) and inspire the department to take the pupils on a journey from basic scientific ability to flourishing young scientists, forging new and interesting pathways and networks. Science is central to the success of the school so they are looking for a talented individual who has belief in the ability of all the students to succeed in Science. 

The school offers an academically enriching working environment within the beautiful Wiltshire countryside, with easy transport links to Bristol, Bath and London.  It has around 365 girls aged 11-18, including 120+ girls in the Sixth Form.   As well as innovative teaching, learning and scholarship, it offers outstanding pastoral care and a vibrant, warm community. 

Housed in a separate science block, 13 members of teaching staff, supported by a team of technicians, deliver lessons in five well-equipped laboratories.  There are two further teaching rooms dedicated to Science and Psychology alongside a bio-diverse outdoor ‘classroom’; the orchard. Opportunities beyond the classroom are available across the sciences ranging from in-house clubs, to trips, overseas expeditions and partnerships with local schools.

The school emphasises teaching the subject first and resists the demands to teach to the test. They need a subject leader who will strive for excellence in all aspects of teaching and learning.

The School Can Offer:

  • Excellent and tailored CPD within the department and across the school
  •  Highly motivated girls with lessons taught in small groups
  •  Competitive salary and membership of the Teacher Pension Scheme
  •  Discounted membership of the sports centre
  •  Complimentary meals in the Dining Hall during term time
  •  Free on-site parking


The Ideal Candidate Will:

  • Be a University Graduate with a degree in Chemistry or a Chemistry related discipline
  • Be a qualified teacher with an ability to teach Chemistry Year 7 to A Level
  • Have the ability to support students looking to study Chemistry and related disciplines at Oxbridge
  • Have excellent communication skills  
  • Have the motivation to work with young people 
  • Have a positive attitude and approach to change and development 
  • Show willingness to participate in and expectation of contribution to the wider life of a boarding school and extra-curricular life
  • Have the ability to tutor girls and be pastorally aware of their needs 
  • Have the ability to teach Biology and/or Physics (desirable but not essential)


To apply to this role, please fill in the attached application form. If you would like some more information, please email katie.rossiter@tes.com   REF KR 1316962

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