Teacher of Chemistry Full Time

Godalming, Surrey
Charterhouse

We are seeking a well-qualified, talented and ambitious Chemistry graduate for September 2024 to teach Chemistry throughout the School.

This is an opportunity that might suit a talented chemistry graduate new to the teaching profession or an experienced teacher seeking a new challenge. Charterhouse runs an in-house programme training new staff and would consider appointing a candidate without a teaching qualification seeking to enter the profession.

The Science Department at Charterhouse is the largest in the School with 24 teaching staff. It enjoys generous support from a secretary and 9 technicians. The Science department is actively involved in training science teachers in other schools.

In recent years, Charterhouse has enhanced the delivery of Science with an ambitious building project. The first phase, a new Chemistry building, was completed in August 2018 and pupils both within and outside the School are now benefitting from the modern, cutting-edge facilities that this spectacular award-winning building offers. A complete modernisation of Biology and Physics laboratories followed in 2021 and 2022 respectively.

Applications should be made in accordance with the School’s application and safer recruitment procedures, via the School’s website, selecting the relevant vacancy. This will take you to our online recruitment system and give you the opportunity to register and complete an application form. You will also have the opportunity to upload your latest CV.

Charterhouse offers a generous remuneration package and other benefits including a contributory pension scheme, private medical insurance, death in service benefit, and membership of the School’s Sports Club.

In case of any queries, please email: or contact Mr. David Dickinson, Head of Chemistry, for a preliminary discussion: the

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 20 February 2024. Interviews will take place shortly thereafter.

To apply, please visit our website via the button below.

Charterhouse is a beautiful school in a 250-acre campus – a wonderful setting for the whole community to live and work together and a splendid backdrop for teaching and learning.

Founded in 1611, Charterhouse is one of the world’s leading coeducational independent schools, welcoming boarders and day pupils at 13+ entry and 16+ entry.

The post-holder will be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children with whom he/she comes into contact. They must ensure compliance with the School’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy Statement at all times. This appointment will be subject to checks with the Disclosure and Barring Service and with past employers.