Science (Chemistry) Teacher

Science (Chemistry) Teacher – Secondary School in Stockport

Position: Science Teacher – Specialism in Chemistry
Location: Stockport, Greater Manchester
Start Date: September 2025 (or sooner for the right candidate)
Contract Type: Full-time, temporary-to-permanent opportunity
Salary: £32,916 - £51,047 per annum (MPS1 – UPS3, dependent on experience)

Teaching Personnel is working with a well-regarded secondary school in Stockport to recruit a dynamic Chemistry Teacher to join their Science department from September. The school is committed to delivering outstanding Science education and is looking for a subject specialist who can bring Chemistry to life in the classroom.

Role Overview:

• Teach Chemistry to GCSE level and general science to Key Stage 3.

• Deliver lessons that are engaging, practical, and academically rigorous.

• Use data effectively to track progress and plan interventions where needed.

• Foster a love of learning and enquiry in a supportive classroom environment.

• Participate in curriculum planning, CPD, and wider school activities.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Holds QTS and has a strong academic background in Chemistry.

• Experience teaching Chemistry at KS4 and science at KS3.

• Effective classroom management and differentiation strategies.

• Enthusiastic about making science accessible and enjoyable for all learners.

• Willing to contribute to extracurricular STEM and enrichment activities.

School Offers:

• Modern labs and excellent teaching resources.

• Strong departmental support and structured induction.

• A commitment to staff wellbeing and development.

• Easily accessible location with parking and transport links.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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