Teacher of Chemistry

We are looking for an exceptional teacher of Chemistry with a strong background in the subject at A level. Both full and part-time candidates will be considered.

Our successful candidate will be a high-calibre graduate of Chemistry or a related subject with excellent teaching ability with a strong record of exam results at A-level. They will be able to:

• Communicate effectively to students their passion for the subject;
• deliver inspiring lessons to both A-level and GCSE level students, inclusive of all students across the ability range, with the ability to stretch the most able and support the least able;
• show evidence of continuing professional development;
• demonstrate knowledge and understanding of current educational and curricular developments.

They will have:

• Excellent knowledge of Chemistry;
• the ability to engage with students and develop their interest in the subject;
• effective communication skills in relation to dealing with staff, parents and external organisations;
• excellent organisational skills;
• commitment to the protection and safeguarding of young people;
• an enthusiasm and interest in the College’s well-being programme.

The ability to teach GCSE Physics and / or GCSE Biology would be an advantage.

Brampton's Chemistry Department

The Chemistry department at Brampton has developed an excellent record of achievement at A level, with many students achieving A* and A grades. For example, in 2024 40% of Chemistry students achieved A*- A, and 66% A*- B. 

Currently, the Chemistry department consists of a Head of Department and two further members of staff. The successful applicant will become the fourth member of the department. In total there are eight teachers in the College’s Science Department, which is well served with four purpose-built, well-equipped laboratories and a full-time technician.

The department offers A level Chemistry (OCR) and IGCSE Chemistry. The A level is taught both as a one year and a two year course and there are currently three A2 classes, three AS classes and two intensive A level classes which are taught in one year. GCSE Chemistry is taught as a one-year course and there a currently two small groups. Class sizes at Brampton are small, with no more than ten students per group. The teaching in the A level classes in the department is shared between two teachers.

The department actively promotes student enrichment, including organising field trips and contributing to the weekly Medical Forum.

The department has also developed a range of support materials, including course notes and question packs, tailored to the specific demands of the courses taught. Tutorial help for individual students is also a key part of the department’s success.

Why work at Brampton?

Brampton College continues to be one of the best performing sixth form colleges in London and has remained at the top of the Department for Education league tables for over twenty years. 

Brampton has a uniquely friendly, informal atmosphere and new members of staff can be sure of a warm welcome. 

You will enjoy a wide range of benefits (some of which are listed in the job information pack, available to view via TES), including, importantly, the overall support and encouragement you can expect from your departmental colleagues, SLT and the wider college team.