About this role
TEACHER OF SCIENCE
Required September 2026
Due to expanding school numbers, we require an inspirational and innovative teacher of Science to join our successful and committed department where examination results are consistently high. While experience in teaching both Physics and Chemistry is highly advantageous we welcome applications from specialists in other areas of Science. The Science Department consists of eleven teachers, dedicated preparation rooms for each science, an observatory, an allotment and wildlife area. Uptake for Triple Science and A-level is high, as is GCSE Astronomy, which is offered as an additional GCSE.
You will have a natural flair for delivering creative and vibrant lessons which enthuse and motivate students to want to learn and achieve. You will have excellent communication skills and be enthusiastic about your professional development
Chelmer Valley is a popular and oversubscribed, mixed, 11-18 comprehensive with 1200 students on roll. It is an exceptionally vibrant, friendly and supportive community built on strong relationships which allow our student to thrive. Our staff are highly valued, we want them to pass on their knowledge and love of their subject such that our students are given the very best experience and opportunities to succeed. Our vision ‘always the best we can be’ is such that we expect to support every student in achieving their full potential and developing a lifelong love of learning.
High value is placed on providing ongoing professional development and engaging in educational research. We are looking for someone with the skills, enthusiasm and ambition to join our team and to achieve our ambitious aims for all of our students.
Visits are welcome. If you are interested in joining us then please contact Michelle Robertson via email to mrobertson@chelmer.essex.sch.uk or to download an application form and apply, please visit our website htpps://chelmervalleyhighschool.co.uk Closing date for applications Midday Mo