Teacher of Chemistry
Chemistry Teacher
Deadline for applications: Friday 2nd May 2025 at 12 noonInterviews: Tuesday 13th May 2025
Start date: September 2025
Myddelton College is a leading co-educational, day and boarding school with pupils aged 4-18. We are situated in the historic town of Denbigh in North Wales. The school has 37 acres of pitches, parkland and play areas and beautiful views across to the Clwydian hills, an area of outstanding natural beauty.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and passionate Chemistry teacher with high standards and excellent communication skills. The successful candidate will teach Chemistry from Key Stage Three to Sixth Form and ideally, another Science at Key Stage Four.
The role involves teaching Chemistry across all age ranges, inspiring and engaging students in their learning journey. The successful candidate will contribute to the development of the Chemistry curriculum and resources, and support co-curricular Chemistry activities, including competitions, seminars, trips, and visits.Additionally, they will mentor students applying to Oxbridge and Russell Group universities.
Applicants should have a strong background in Chemistry or a related field, with at least two years of teaching experience preferred. We are looking for an energetic and inspiring classroom practitioner with an active interest in pedagogical development and best teaching practices.
Our Science Department is staffed by dedicated and qualified specialists who work with motivated and ambitious students. Science is taught up to year 9, with GCSE and A Level Chemistry following the AQA syllabus. We have six laboratories supported by a specialist technician, and lessons are delivered with the assistance of Teams and OneNote.Our busy Science-based co-curricular programme includes regular participation in RSC Olympiads.
Myddelton College is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, as all new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps within employment, two satisfactory references and registration with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
Please send your completed application form and covering letter to Ms. Nikki Evans, College Secretary n.evans@myddeltoncollege.co.uk before the deadline above. Any questions can be directed to our Head of Science, Mrs Lesley Corner, on l.corner@myddeltoncollege.co.uk