Teacher of Chemistry
- Location:
- Lomond School, HELENSBURGH, G84 9JX
- Salary:
- £43,383 - £54,453 per year
- Contract Type:
- Permanent
- Position Type:
- Full Time
- Hours:
- 35 hours per week
Lomond School are an ambitious school dedicated to inspiring young minds and fostering a love of science. We are committed to providing a dynamic and inclusive learning environment where students excel academically and develop essential life skills.
The Role:
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Teacher of Chemistry to join our science department. The ideal candidate will have a strong subject knowledge, a creative approach to teaching, and the ability to engage students at all levels. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality lessons that support student progress and ignite a curiosity for the natural world.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver engaging lessons in Chemistry across the Junior and Senior Schools.
- Foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment that enables students to achieve their potential.
- Assess and monitor student progress, providing constructive feedback to support development.
- Contribute to the wider life of the school, including extracurricular activities and department initiatives.
- Stay up-to-date with curriculum developments and innovative teaching practices.
The Ideal Candidate will:
- Hold a relevant teaching qualification (PGCE/PGDE or equivalent).
- Be newly qualified or have a wealth of teaching experience.
- Have a strong academic background in Chemistry, ideally with a second science.
- Demonstrate a passion for science and an ability to inspire young learners.
- Possess excellent communication and classroom management skills.
- Be committed to ongoing professional development and collaboration with colleagues.
Why Join Us?
- A supportive and innovative teaching environment.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Excellent facilities and resources.
- A welcoming and inclusive school community.
- Fee reduction for dependent children.
- School Pension Scheme.
- Access to wellbeing support and life assurance.
- Free on-site Parking.
- Free on-site Gym.
How to Apply:
Please submit your application form and a cover letter to Claire Chisholm, recruitment@lomondschool.com by 8 March 2026. For further information, please see our applicant pack.
We look forward to welcoming you to our team!