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Chemistry Teacher
- Posted: 05-10-2026
- Category: Secondary Teachers
- Location: Smethwick
- Type: Full-time / Contract
- Salary: £150 - £250 per day
Location: Smethwick
Start Date: Mid November 2026
Contract: Long-term maternity cover
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Are you a passionate Chemistry Teacher looking for a new opportunity from November?
Smile Education are currently recruiting on behalf of a high-performing secondary school in Smethwick for a Chemistry Teacher to join their Science department on a long-term maternity cover basis, starting around mid November.
This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and committed teacher to join a supportive Science department within a well-established secondary school. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering engaging Chemistry lessons, supporting positive behaviour and helping students make strong academic progress.
The Role
- Teaching Chemistry across Key Stages 3 and 4
- Planning and delivering engaging, well-structured lessons
- Assessing and monitoring student progress
- Creating a positive and inclusive learning environment
- Working collaboratively with the wider Science department
- Supporting students to achieve their full academic potential
- Taking an active role within the wider school community
- Have strong subject knowledge in Chemistry
- Hold QTS or an equivalent teaching qualification
- Have experience teaching within a secondary school
- Are passionate about Science and committed to student progress
- Have strong classroom management skills
- Can build positive relationships with students and colleagues
- Are available to start around mid November
Why Smile Education?
- Competitive rates of pay
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
- Access to a wide range of teaching opportunities across the West Midlands
- Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions
- Support with compliance and onboarding
If you're a Chemistry Teacher looking for a long-term opportunity from November, we'd love to hear from you, apply online or send your CV to Stella@smile-education.co.uk.
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