Teacher of Chemistry

The Perse is one of the country’s leading co-educational independent day schools, providing a high quality education to pupils aged 3-18 in Cambridge.

We are looking for a high achieving scientist to join our supportive, energetic and collegiate Science department. The successful candidate will have a genuine enthusiasm for science and be well placed to generate and sustain a high degree of motivation in all pupils. The role will involve but is not limited to; teaching throughout the school in a manner appropriate to the students’ ages and abilities, assessing and recording students’ progress, promoting the subject and developing and sharing teaching and learning resources. The role also provides the opportunity to be a form tutor and to contribute to the extra-curricular programme.

Further details including how to apply can be obtained from our website: https://www.perse.co.uk/work-with-us/

Closing date: Friday 24th March at 9.00am but applications will be considered as they are received; The Perse School reserves the right to make an appointment before the closing date.

The School actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

Safer Recruitment

The Perse School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including: references from previous employers, a Disclosure and Barring Service check at the enhanced level, as well as eligibility to work in the UK (in compliance with UK immigration regulations). All work carried out at the School on a regular basis amounts to regulated activity. This role is also exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is everyone's responsibility. The School is committed to acting in the best interests of the child so as to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people. The School requires everyone who comes into contact with children and their families to share this commitment. Interviews will be conducted in person, and they will explore candidates’ suitability to work with children.