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🎓 Lead Teacher of Chemistry
📍 School – Birmingham, Kings Heath
📅 Start Date: September 2025
📄 Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
💰 Salary: MPS/UPS + TLR (depending on experience)

Are you ready to lead, inspire, and shape the future of Chemistry education?
We’re looking for an exceptional Chemistry specialist with a passion for teaching and a drive to lead. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career — or you’re already leading and want a fresh challenge — This School wants to hear from you.

🔬 Why Join The School?

At the school, they believe in ambition, excellence, and opportunity for all. The Science department is thriving — and now we’re looking for a talented Lead Teacher of Chemistry to take the subject provision to the next level.

You’ll be stepping into a high-performing, well-resourced team, in a school that values innovation, celebrates subject expertise, and actively supports leadership growth.

🧪 Your Role:

As Lead Teacher of Chemistry, you’ll be the driving force behind how Chemistry is taught, experienced, and loved by the students. You’ll:

  • Lead on curriculum development and delivery in Chemistry (KS3–KS5)

  • Coach and mentor colleagues to ensure consistently high standards

  • Deliver exceptional lessons that spark curiosity and deepen understanding

  • Use data and evidence to raise attainment and close gaps

  • Champion enrichment, challenge, and real-world relevance in Science learning

👤 Who We’re Looking For:

  • A qualified teacher with a strong background in Chemistry and QTS

  • An inspiring classroom practitioner with a record of excellent outcomes

  • A confident leader or aspiring leader who thrives on collaboration and challenge

  • Someone with a clear vision for Chemistry and the drive to make it happen

  • A committed educator who believes every student can succeed in Science

💼 What You’ll Gain:

  • A permanent leadership role in a school with a clear vision and strong values

  • Access to extensive CPD, leadership training, and growth opportunities

  • A forward-thinking Science department with specialist labs and resources

  • A culture that promotes staff wellbeing, support, and collaboration

  • The chance to shape a subject you love and influence the next generation of scientists

Ready to lead with purpose and passion?
Apply now and be part of something exceptional.

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📧 For questions, contact: shoaib@balfor.co.uk

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and reference checks in line with safer recruitment guidelines.