Chemistry Teacher

Science Teacher (Chemistry Specialist)
 
Key Details

• Position: Science Teacher
• Location: Birmingham
• Key Stages: KS3 – KS5 (Chemistry specialism)
• Start Date: January 2026
• Daily Rate: £175 – £250 (dependent on experience)
• Contract: Full-time, long-term supply

 
The Role
We are seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Science Teacher, specialising in Chemistry, to join a Good-rated secondary school in Birmingham from January 2026. This is a full-time, long-term role delivering high-quality Science lessons across Key Stages 3 to 5, with a focus on developing students’ understanding of Chemistry through engaging, practical, and theory-based lessons.
You’ll take on full teaching responsibilities — planning and delivering lessons, assessing progress, preparing students for GCSE and A-Level exams, and contributing to the wider Science department.
 
The Candidate
The ideal candidate will be a committed and innovative Science specialist who can inspire curiosity and a love of learning. You should be:
 

• A qualified teacher with QTS (or equivalent) – ECTs welcome to apply
• Experienced in teaching Chemistry up to A-Level
• Confident in delivering a broad Science curriculum across KS3–KS5
• Skilled at creating engaging lessons that promote independent thinking and practical investigation
• Dedicated to maintaining high academic standards and fostering a positive learning environment

 
The School
This Birmingham secondary school, rated Good by Ofsted, is known for its strong academic outcomes, inclusive ethos, and modern facilities. The Science department is collaborative and well-equipped, offering excellent support and professional development for staff. The school values innovation in teaching and encourages the use of experiments, demonstrations, and enquiry-based learning to bring Science to life.
 
If you’re a motivated Chemistry Teacher looking for a rewarding long-term opportunity from January, we’d love to hear from you.
 
Due to the number of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted.


The Education Network Offer:

Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.

The opportunity to work in friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard working Consultants who will endeavor to find assignments suited to your needs.
An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.

The Education Network is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.-
The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.
Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.