Chemistry Teacher

Chemistry Teacher – Maternity Cover

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 communityThe Ideal CandidateWe would love to hear from qualified Chemistry Teachers who:

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 NovemberECTs and experienced teachers are welcome to apply.

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 onboardingInterested? Apply today online!

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 (url removed).

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We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications