Teacher of Chemistry

We are seeking to appoint a well-qualified and inspirational classroom practitioner as teacher of Chemistry. The department is supportive and thriving and a good number of pupils take A-level Chemistry.

The successful candidate will be a talented and forward-thinking classroom practitioner who will work closely with the department and the Head of Science to develop the teaching of Chemistry at Queen's College, London. There is also a possibility of a Second in Charge - Science role.

The Science department comprises eight full-time members of staff, and two laboratory technicians. The Science staff share an office and the approach of the department is collaborative. All members of the department are expected to teach throughout the College, including at A-level.

In Years 7 and 8, pupils follow the Activate Science scheme of work. From Year 9, they follow AQA GCSE syllabuses, with all pupils taught by subject specialists. All pupils study at least two out of four Sciences in Years 10 and 11 for GCSE from a suite of Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science and Physics. Many pupils opt for three Sciences at GCSE with Biology, Chemistry and Physics being very popular A-level choices, where we follow the AQA specification for all Chemistry and Physics and OCR specification for Biology. Psychology is also a key part of the A-level curriculum.

There is a thriving Science Club for younger pupils, while our sixth formers attend a Medical Society, and work closely with subject staff to promote the sciences beyond the curriculum. Each year, some of our ablest students choose to study scientific courses at leading universities across the country.

The department has six main teaching laboratories, a smaller laboratory suitable for A-level groups, and a departmental office. The Science teaching facilities are very well resourced by two prep rooms. The department makes extensive use of IT and has a wide range of data-logging sensors and many software applications are available.

Located in central London, the school benefits from easy access to exceptional local facilities and numerous prestigious educational institutions, including Imperial College, Kew Gardens, the Royal Institution and the Royal Society of Chemistry.

Applicants are encouraged to apply early; applications will be reviewed as they are received.

Queen's College, London is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; applicants must be willing to undergo the requisite pre-employment procedures, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

During the shortlisting process, Queen's College, London will consider carrying out an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of its due diligence.

Queen's College, London recognises the positive value of diversity, promotes equality and challenges discrimination. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.