Teacher of Chemistry

We are seeking to appoint a full-time teacher of Chemistry, teaching the subject to GCSE and ideally to A Level (both AQA specifications). The Science Department at Lord Wandsworth College is organised into the three separate sciences, each with its own Head of Department. We are a strong team of 14 full- and part-time staff, excluding an outstanding team of technicians.

Science is based in the state-of-the-art Flowers centre. Opened in 2022, Chemistry has four purpose build laboratories and a dedicated prep room. Facilities in the department are outstanding and represent industry leading spaces to work in.

You will be expected to carry out the professional duties of a teacher as circumstances may require and in accordance with the College’s policies under the direction of the Headmaster. Teaching at LWC requires that members of the academic staff be willing to contribute fully to the life of the College. This includes tutoring, co-curricular involvement, boarding house duties, cover duties and attending parents’ evenings for the year groups taught. Liaison with parents is included in the sphere of the teacher’s responsibilities.

Appointment process and how to apply

The closing date for application is Midday on Friday 3rd May, with interviews taking place on Monday 13th May.

Should you wish to discuss the role in strict confidence please feel free to contact Head of Chemistry, Vince Murtagh via murtaghv@lordwandsworth.org.

Please note 2 references will be required prior to interview.

We welcome people of all faiths and those that are committed to these values. We recognise that we have under-represented groups within our workforce. As part of our commitment to diversity and equality of opportunity we are actively encouraging applications from under-represented groups such as returning parents or carers who are re-entering work after a career break, people who are LGBT+, from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, with a disability, impairment, learning difference or long-term condition, with caring responsibilities, from different nations and regions and those with a lived experience of poverty as well as any other under-represented group in our workforce. We are committed ensuring the safety and protection of our employees from all forms of harm.

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. The successful applicant will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Services (DBS) check and references. We are an equal opportunities employer. Lord Wandsworth College is a registered charity (Number: 1143359) providing outstanding caring education for boys and girls since 1912.

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