Chemistry Teacher - Secondary School - Portsmouth

Are you a dedicated Chemistry Teacher looking for a new challenge from September 2026? A well-established Secondary School in Portsmouth is seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Chemistry specialist to join its Science department on a full-time, permanent basis.

• Chemistry Teacher Role

• Teaching Chemistry and general Science across KS3 and KS4, with KS5 Chemistry opportunities for the right candidate

• Portsmouth

• MPS1 - UPS3 Salary

• Full-time, permanent Chemistry Teacher

• September 2026 start

The successful candidate will be an engaging classroom practitioner who can combine strong subject knowledge with practical teaching and clear explanations.

You will teach students across the secondary age range, helping them develop secure foundations in scientific knowledge before progressing towards GCSE Chemistry. The role may also include A-Level Chemistry for an experienced candidate.

The school is looking for someone who can make Chemistry accessible and interesting while maintaining the academic challenge expected of secondary students. Practical work, problem-solving and scientific enquiry will form an important part of your teaching.

You will join an established Science department where colleagues work together to support student achievement and share effective teaching strategies.

Chemistry Teacher - School Information

This is a well-established Secondary School in Portsmouth with a strong focus on achievement, student wellbeing and preparation for life beyond school.

The school provides a broad curriculum and encourages students to develop independence, resilience and confidence. Staff are expected to create classrooms where pupils feel supported but are also challenged to achieve highly.

Science is a valued part of the curriculum, with students encouraged to develop curiosity and understand how scientific principles relate to the world around them.

The Science department works collaboratively and places importance on both academic achievement and practical scientific skills. Students are given opportunities to undertake investigations, analyse results and apply their understanding to unfamiliar problems.

The school offers a professional environment where teachers are supported to develop their practice and where effective collaboration is encouraged.

Chemistry Teacher - Experience and Qualifications

• A degree in Chemistry or a closely related subject.

• QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.

• Experience teaching Chemistry or Science at secondary level.

• Strong Chemistry subject knowledge.

• Experience teaching KS3 and KS4 Science.

• GCSE Chemistry teaching experience.

• A-Level Chemistry experience would be advantageous.

• Confidence delivering practical experiments.

• Strong classroom management skills.

• Excellent planning and organisational abilities.

• Ability to adapt teaching to different levels of ability.

• Strong assessment and feedback skills.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues.

• High expectations of student achievement and behaviour.

• Commitment to inclusion and student wellbeing.

• Commitment to safeguarding.

ECTs with a Chemistry specialism and strong subject knowledge are welcome to apply.

Salary

The salary for this Chemistry Teacher position will be paid to scale at MPS1 - UPS3, depending on experience and qualifications.

Application

If you are a Chemistry Teacher seeking a full-time, permanent September 2026 position in Portsmouth, this is an excellent opportunity to join an established Science department and make a real difference to students' academic development.

Please send your application for this Chemistry Teacher position through as soon as possible.