Chemistry Lecturer
Tradewind Recruitment · Northampton · posted 7 days ago
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Going rate for this occupation: £52,600 · UK median pay £52,835
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Chemistry Lecturer - Northampton (Post-16)
Location: Northampton, Northamptonshire Start Date: September 2026 (or earlier if available) Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term Salary: Competitive, based on experience and qualifications DBS Requirement: Must hold an Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service
Are you a passionate and dedicated Chemistry professional looking to take the next step in your teaching career?
Do you have experience delivering Chemistry to students aged 16+ and the ability to inspire learners to achieve their full potential?
We are working with a well-regarded post-16 education provider in Northampton seeking a committed and enthusiastic Chemistry Lecturer to join their team from September 2026.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Chemistry teacher, FE lecturer, science graduate, or industry professional with relevant teaching experience to work within a supportive post-16 environment.
The Role
As a Chemistry Lecturer, you will:
Plan and deliver engaging, high-quality Chemistry lessons to post-16 learners Teach Chemistry across relevant Level 2 and Level 3 programmes, including GCSE and/or A Level where appropriate Prepare students effectively for examinations, coursework, practical assessments, and progression Develop practical and theoretical Chemistry skills through engaging teaching Differentiate teaching to meet the needs of learners with varying abilities and backgrounds Monitor, assess, and track student progress, providing appropriate support and intervention Maintain high standards of learner behaviour, engagement, attendance, and achievement Contribute to schemes of work, curriculum development, and departmental planning Support enrichment activities and wider opportunities within the Science/Chemistry curriculum Work collaboratively with colleagues to provide an outstanding learning experience for students
The Ideal Candidate
You will:
Hold a degree or equivalent qualification in Chemistry or a closely related subject Have experience teaching or delivering Chemistry to learners aged 16+ Ideally hold a recognised teaching qualification such as PGCE, QTLS, Cert Ed, or equivalent , although relevant experience may be considered Have strong subject knowledge and the ability to deliver engaging Chemistry lessons Be confident delivering practical Chemistry and supporting students with laboratory work Demonstrate excellent classroom and learner-management skills Be passionate about supporting young people and helping them achieve their academic and career goals Be organised, adaptable, and able to work effectively as part of a teaching team Have strong communication and interpersonal skills Hold an Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the DBS Update Service
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