Are you an experienced teacher or talented ECT looking to join an exceptional department, working with remarkable students, in an established and Ofsted Outstanding school?

We are looking to appoint a high-performing Chemistry teacher who can inspire students through to A-level, committed to fostering a culture of curiosity, critical thinking, and academic achievement. 

Your opportunity

The Chemistry department forms an integral part of the wider Science team at Rosebery and is proud of its long‑standing reputation for excellence. Our Science colleagues deliver both Combined and Triple Science at GCSE, and Chemistry remains one of the most popular KS5 subjects, with approximately 40 students opting to study it at A‑level each year. 

The department consistently secures remarkable outcomes at both GCSE and A‑level. In 2025, 45% of A‑level students achieved A or A*, reflecting the high standards, strong subject expertise, and commitment to student success that define the team. 

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator to join a highly successful department and make a meaningful contribution to students' academic growth and personal development.   

What we are looking for:

• A Chemistry specialist who will deliver joyful and challenging Chemistry and Science lessons to students of all abilities from KS3 to KS5.  
• An excellent practitioner, who is confident, compassionate and dedicated to making a remarkable impact on both students and colleagues.  
• A role model for outstanding teaching, committed to continually improving the quality of teaching and learning.  
• Someone with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, who enjoys working collaboratively as part of a team 
• An individual who can motivate students and colleagues alike, with a proven track record of securing excellent student progress.  
• A genuine passion for student welfare.  

About us

Rosebery School is a vibrant and stimulating place to work. We have a record of high performance but continually challenge all members of our community to improve further, in order to fulfil our moral purpose to provide the best possible educational experience for our students, who are a delight to teach.

We set high expectations for all, but this is accompanied by a support system for students and staff which includes universal access to coaching and mentoring, significant opportunities for individualised personal, academic and professional development and a culture which emphasises kindness and integrity above all.

We are committed to creating a happy, purposeful and secure environment which provides the opportunity for all to develop and grow; to build confidence and self-belief; and to be enriched and stimulated so that everyone plays an active and positive part of the Rosebery, Epsom and wider communities.

Why join Rosebery?

• Our Staff
• Our Students
• Our Culture of excellence, ambition and joy
• Your Well-being
• Your Professional Growth

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

• Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
• 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish

• Access to our highly competitive Teachers Pension Scheme
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Career pathways and talent management
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model

Please read the attached Candidate packs for further information.

The Details

Start Date: April or September 2026

Salary: MPR/UPR (Fringe) 

Hours of Work: Full-time

Closing Date: Sunday 22nd February at 11.59pm

Interview Date: TBC

GLF Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

As a Trust, we are happy to discuss flexible working opportunities. GLF Schools recognises and celebrates the diversity of its schools and their communities. There is a shared commitment across the Trust to develop further a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated, and individuals are treated equitably and fairly and feel a sense of belonging. We strive for an inclusive environment where staff, children and students are comfortable to express their own identity, should they wish, in which diversity and inclusion is of mutual benefit for everyone in our schools. We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups including those based on ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as early as possible.

We also reserve the right to interview shortlisted candidates ahead of the closing date.

Please be advised that references may be requested on receipt of your application. Please state if you wish this to be delayed until shortlisting/interviews have taken place.