Job title: Science Teacher
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Secondary
Functional Expertise: Senior Leader
Salary type: Annual
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Barking & Dagenham, East London
Job published: 06-05-2026
Job ID: 119444

Job Description

Science Teacher (Chemistry) | September 2026 | Barking and Dagenham

An Outstanding 11–18 mixed school with a thriving sixth form in Barking and Dagenham is seeking to appoint a talented Science Teacher (Chemistry specialism preferred) from September 2026. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated Science Teacher to join a high-performing and expanding department in a school recognised for excellence in all areas.

As a Science Teacher, you will deliver engaging and challenging lessons across KS3–KS5, with a particular focus on Chemistry. The successful Science Teacher will inspire curiosity, develop strong scientific understanding, and support students in achieving excellent outcomes.

The school is looking for a Science Teacher who will:

  • Plan and deliver high-quality Science lessons across the curriculum
  • Teach Chemistry to KS4 and ideally KS5
  • Support students of all abilities to make strong progress
  • Contribute to a collaborative and ambitious Science department
  • Track and assess pupil progress effectively
  • Engage with whole-school initiatives and professional development

This Science Teacher role is suitable for experienced practitioners, ECTs, or high-achieving graduates seeking a trainee Science Teacher opportunity. The school offers excellent support and clear progression routes, making it an ideal environment for a Science Teacher at any stage of their career.

Benefits for the successful Science Teacher include:

  • Inner London Pay Scale (MPS–UPS, dependent on experience)
  • Outstanding school environment
  • Excellent CPD and career progression opportunities
  • Supportive leadership and well-resourced department
  • Opportunity to teach across KS3–KS5 including sixth form

This Science Teacher position offers the chance to join a dynamic and growing team, where every Science Teacher is supported to thrive and develop.

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Science Teacher (Chemistry) | September 2026 | Barking and Dagenham | INDTEACH