Description
ISP Secondary/High School Quemistry Role Profile
Purpose of Role
To educate and inspire high school students in the field of chemistry by delivering engaging and effective lessons that promote scientific understanding, critical thinking, and a passion for learning. The teacher will create a supportive learning environment and help students develop both theoretical knowledge and practical laboratory skills..
ISP Principles
Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.
Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.
Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.
Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.
Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.
ISP Secondary/High School Quemistry Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver comprehensive chemistry lessons in line with the curriculum.
- Prepare teaching materials and practical laboratory activities.
- Assess and evaluate student progress through assignments, tests, and projects.
- Maintain a safe and organized science lab, following all safety protocols.
- Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
- Support students individually to address learning needs or challenges.
- Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and school administration as needed.
- Stay up to date with developments in science education and integrate new strategies into teaching.
Skills, Qualifications and Experience
Skills:
Classroom management – Skilled in maintaining a respectful, focused, and supportive learning environment
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry Education, or a related field (required).
Experience:
2–5 years of experience teaching chemistry at the Upper School level.
ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles
ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history.
ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years employment history
