Teacher of Science (Chemistry Specialism)

The role

The Science Faculty is a very strong department with a mixture of committed teachers of varied backgrounds and experiences, and the department benefits from strong and supportive leadership. It is envisaged that the person appointed will be enthusiastic and able to teach Science to all levels and abilities, and who is committed to ensuring pupil enjoyment and progress within our successful department.

We are looking for a colleague who is passionate, has strong interpersonal skills and has the ambition to build upon the strong foundations that are already in place. You will have the support of a team of postholders, who bring expertise in all areas of the curriculum, and in the development of Teaching and Learning.

The successful candidate will:

• Be able to deliver Science to KS4
• Be a Chemistry specialist
• Have a love of their subject
• Have a sound and detailed subject knowledge
• Have high regard for their learning environment and resources
• Aspire to be a talented, dynamic and an ambitious teacher, who will ensure outstanding progress for all students
• Be skilled at fostering independent and collaborative student-led learning

How to apply

Please see the linked documents or our website for further details. If, prior to submitting an application, you would like to see for yourself why we believe this is such a fabulous school in which to work, then do not hesitate to contact us to arrange a visit.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this legal requirement. The successful applicant's appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including a Disclosure and Barring Service check (formally CRB).

Key dates

Closing date for application: 09:00 on Friday 18 September 2026.

Interview date: Week commencing 21 September 2026.

For a detailed job description, person specification and job application form, please visit the school's website

Job details

• Salary
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• Closing date
  18 September 2026
• Job documents
• Location
  Birchwood Community High School, Brock Road, Warrington, WA3 7PT.
• Vacancy type
  Permanent
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The Science Faculty is a very strong department with a mixture of committed teachers of varied backgrounds and experiences, and the department benefits from strong and supportive leadership. It is envisaged that the person appointed will be enthusiastic and able to teach Science to all levels and abilities, and who is committed to ensuring pupil enjoyment and progress within our successful department. We are looking for a colleague who is passionate, has strong interpersonal skills and has the ambition to build upon the strong foundations that are already in place. You will have the support of a team of postholders, who bring expertise in all areas of the curriculum, and in the development of Teaching and Learning. The successful candidate will:

• Be able to deliver Science to KS4
• Be a Chemistry specialist
• Have a love of their subject
• Have a sound and detailed subject knowledge
• Have high regard for their learning environment and resources
• Aspire to be a talented, dynamic and an ambitious teacher, who will ensure outstanding progress for all students
• Be skilled at fostering independent and collaborative student-led learning.