Teacher of Chemistry (Fixed Term)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic full time Chemistry Teacher to join our flourishing, dynamic department, from September 2026, on a fixed term basis for one academic year. The position may suit a trainee teacher, a newly qualified member of the profession, or someone with more experience; in each case the successful applicant will be a strong classroom practitioner, able to meet the rewarding challenge of teaching our able and inquisitive boys from year 7 to Sixth Form. A strong commitment to taking part in extra curricular activities within school is of particular importance.

All boys take chemistry up to Year 11, taking three science GCSEs and a small number taking the Double Award science route (AQA Trilogy 8464). Usually around 50 boys continue the subject to 'A' level. Oxbridge candidates are identified during Year 12 and tutored by members of the Department during Year 13.

The Department, which has received the Good School's Guide Award for the Best Independent School for Boys for Chemistry at A level, consists of a team of four full time and two part time teachers who are supported by two technicians. Chemistry is located in its own building and all rooms have been re furbished. There are four large laboratories, one small room used exclusively for sixth form teaching, a prep room, staff room, Head of Department office and chemical store. Each teaching room has a PC, Apple TV and a projector, and there are six PCs for staff use.

The Department has regular and frequent meetings, both formal and informal. We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic chemist to play a full part in the life of this lively and well established department.

With some 2,500 pupils, Bolton School is a large, thriving, academically selective day school. It is situated a mile or so from the town centre in a stunning 32 acre campus and is within easy reach of some of the nation's finest cities and countryside.

For further details and to apply online for the position please visit the School website.

Closing date for applications: Monday 27 April 2026 at 11.00am

Interviews will take place on Tuesday 05 May 2026

A generous level of PPA is provided which allows members of staff, as valued professionals, to manage their time appropriately and maintain a healthy work life balance.

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace to reflect the diversity of our pupils and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and to join Bolton School. As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all sections of the community and are committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees. We do not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

Bolton School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Criminal Records Check for Regulated Activity.

We look forward to receiving your application.