Head of Chemistry
Ashmole Academy, London, N14 5RJ12 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September 2025
Closing date
27 January 2025 at 9am
Date listed
15 January 2025
Job details
Job role
- Head of department or curriculum
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subject
- Chemistry
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £36,413 to £53,994
Additional allowances
TLR 2(3) £8279
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking to appoint an experienced Chemistry teacher to join our diverse and dynamic Science Faculty, who is passionate about developing the curriculum to inspire the next generation of scientists.
What the school offers its staff
The Science Faculty at Ashmole Academy has a well-established collaborative team, who are committed to fostering a curiosity in our students for science in the world around us. Our science curriculum encourages students to think like scientists whilst developing their knowledge and skills as we seek to inspire the next generation of science specialists.
Chemistry is a popular subject within the Science Faculty and has a proven track record of high academic outcomes at GCSE and A level. Many of our Chemistry students go on to study at Russel Group universities. As Head of Chemistry you will work closely with the Head of Biology, Head of Physics and Head of Psychology to create a culture of excellence, aspiration and care within the Science Faculty.
Our Science team constantly contributes towards pedagogical improvements across the school and they strive to offer students an engaging curriculum. This is complemented by a strong extra-curricular provision and Scholar’s Programme.
In 2024, at GCSE almost two thirds of our separate science students achieved at least a Grade 8, and almost 30% achieved a Grade 9. Approximately three quarters of our combined science students achieved a grade 5 or above. At A-Level, approximately 60% of students achieved A*-B and 28% achieved A*-A.
Ashmole Academy is a high performing and heavily oversubscribed local comprehensive school in North London, situated near Southgate Underground Station. Ashmole Academy is ranked as one of the most successful secondary schools in the country. In the Sunday Times Schools Guide 2025, we are recognised as the second highest riser school, climbing 143 places, and now ranked 193rd. The school prides itself on maintaining a high level of mutual respect between students and all staff. We celebrate diversity and have been awarded a Gold Equalities Award as a recognition of our commitment to equality.
Benefits of working for Ashmole Academy
- Access to high quality career development pathways, including a personalised induction plan, with opportunities to take on additional responsibilities within a large and well-resourced school
- Extensive professional development to ensure high quality leadership and teaching through INSET days, themed whole school meetings, support in completing national professional qualifications and departmental meetings with a focus on training
- A ‘rarely-cover’ policy
- A focus on wellbeing led by a staff wellbeing committee, promoting activities such as golden week, subsidised yoga and staff social activities
- Flexible working opportunities at a family friendly school, which includes a Primary School on site
- On site Starbucks as well as over 150 car park spaces and electric charging bays
- Opportunities to be part of a range of school trips including destinations in Europe and the USA
If you would like to apply and would like to visit the school first, please contact Charlotte Low to arrange a school visit clc@ashmoleacademy.org
Please visit our website for more information https://www.ashmoleacademy.org and we look forward to receiving your application.
Closing Date: 10:00am Monday 27th January 2025*
*The School reserves the right to interview candidates ahead of the closing date and applications will be considered as they are received.
Equality, diversity and inclusion are essential elements of our culture. We strive to create a work environment in which all individuals are treated fairly and with respect and have equal access to opportunities and resources.
Ashmole is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Commitment to safeguarding
Ashmole is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs are not accepted.
About Ashmole Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1878 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- Ashmole Academy website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- clc@ashmoleacademy.org
- Phone number
- 020 8361 2703
Ashmole Academy Trust was formed in 2015 building upon the success of Ashmole Academy and its tradition of outstanding school performance. The trust currently consists of a primary and secondary school.
Ashmole Academy has a forward looking and innovative approach to all areas of school life and demand high standards of achievement. The school has an excellent reputation within the local community with strong support from Governors and Parents and a dedicated and highly motivated team of staff. We currently have approximately 1900 pupils with a growing and vibrant 6th Form of approximately 600. Our examination results are consistently outstanding and the Academy remains heavily oversubscribed every year.
Arranging a visit to Ashmole Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email clc@ashmoleacademy.org.
School location
Similar jobs nearby
Get a job alert when similar jobs are listed
Find more school jobs in London