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Experienced Chemistry Teacher or ECT

Job title: Experienced Chemistry Teacher or ECT
Contract type: Temporary
Location: Peterborough
Industry: Secondary
Salary: £130 - £230 per day
Reference: KAJ/Science/PE_1782111880
Contact name: Aspire People Limited
Contact email: Kim@aspirepeople.co.uk

Job description

⚗️ Every pharmacist, chemical engineer, forensic scientist and laboratory researcher starts with a great Chemistry teacher.

If you're a qualified Chemistry Teacher considering a move for September 2026, we'd love to help you find the right school to continue inspiring the next generation.

📍 Opportunities available across Peterborough

💷 Competitive pay available for experienced Chemistry specialists

Can you spark curiosity, inspire future scientists and bring Chemistry to life in the classroom?

Aspire People is working with a number of Secondary Schools across Peterborough, Cambridge and Huntingdonshire seeking passionate and dedicated Chemistry Teachers for September 2026.

Whether you're an experienced teacher looking for a new challenge or an ECT ready to begin your teaching career, we would love to hear from you.

The Role

You will:

✔ Deliver engaging Chemistry lessons across KS3, KS4 and potentially KS5
✔ Encourage scientific thinking, investigation and problem-solving
✔ Inspire students to develop confidence and enthusiasm for science
✔ Support students to achieve their full academic potential

We Are Looking For

✅ Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or working towards QTS
✅ Experience teaching Chemistry within a secondary school setting
✅ Strong subject knowledge and classroom management skills
✅ A passion for education and student achievement

Why Work with Aspire People?

⭐ Long-term and permanent opportunities
⭐ Competitive rates of pay
⭐ Access to a wide range of local schools
⭐ Dedicated consultant support throughout the recruitment process
⭐ Interview preparation and career guidance
⭐ Opportunities tailored to your skills, experience and aspirations

Whether you're seeking progression, a fresh start, or a school where you can truly make an impact, we'd love to have a confidential conversation.

📩 Apply today or contact Aspire People to discuss Chemistry teaching opportunities across Peterborough, Cambridge and Huntingdonshire.

Additional Benefits:

Referral bonus up to £250
Enhanced DBS and 2 years' references required

Guide students on a journey across the globe while enjoying the flexibility of supply teaching-connect with Aspire People today!

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.

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