Chemistry Subject Leader

Chemistry Teacher with Subject Leader Responsibilities
One-Year Maternity Cover
Start Date: Easter 2025
Salary: MPS/UPS + TLR 2B (£5,642)

We are working with a highly successful secondary school and Sixth Form in Milton Keynes to recruit an inspiring and dedicated Chemistry Teacher with Subject Leader Responsibilities for a one-year maternity cover. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious educator to step into a leadership role within a supportive and high-achieving environment.

The Role:
This one-year position combines teaching Chemistry across Key Stages with departmental leadership responsibilities. Key aspects of the role include:

• Delivering high-quality, engaging Chemistry lessons that inspire students and promote a love for Science.
• Leading the Chemistry department, overseeing curriculum development, assessment strategies, and departmental resources.
• Supporting and mentoring colleagues to ensure excellent outcomes for students.
• Collaborating with other subject leaders and contributing to whole-school initiatives.
• Upholding and promoting the school’s strong values and focus on holistic education.

What the School Offers:
The school has a strong reputation for academic excellence, as well as a caring and inclusive ethos. Its vibrant learning environment is shaped by a commitment to staff well-being, professional development, and innovation in teaching and learning.

The most recent Ofsted inspection (February 2024) praised the school for its “strong routines, excellent relationships, and recognition of success,” ensuring pupils feel “extremely safe” and supported.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and experience teaching Chemistry across Key Stages.
• A proven track record of securing strong outcomes for students.
• Leadership experience, or the ambition and skills to step into a leadership role.
• A collaborative mindset and a commitment to student success.

Why Apply?
This role provides the chance to take on leadership responsibilities while being part of a forward-thinking school that values its staff and prioritizes student well-being and achievement.

Application Details:
This is a full-time maternity cover role starting in Easter 2025, with a salary of MPS/UPS plus TLR 2B (£5,642).

If you’re a passionate Chemistry teacher with the drive to lead and inspire, we’d love to hear from you.

Please apply with a copy of your CV and a member of the PWR team will reach out to discuss further details.

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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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