Teacher of Chemistry

Longsands Academy, St Neots, Cambridgeshire, PE19 1LQ

13 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September

• Closing date

  27 April 2026 at 12:59am

• Date listed

  11 April 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: Chemistry
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £33,235.00 - £45,803.00 Annually (Actual)

Teacher of Chemistry job summary

Teacher of Chemistry

Longsands Academy
Full Time, Permanent
Salary: MPS £33,235 - £45,803
Start Date: September

Are you someone who sets high expectations for behaviour, effort and achievement?

Are you committed to safeguarding and ensuring every student feels safe, supported and valued in your classroom?

Longsands Academy is a forward‑thinking and inclusive school with a strong commitment to academic excellence and personal development. Our staff work collaboratively to provide a rich, engaging curriculum and a supportive environment where every student is encouraged to achieve their full potential. We pride ourselves on high expectations, a culture of respect, and a dedication to continuous improvement that supports both students and staff alike.

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Teacher of Chemistry to join our Science Faculty from September. The successful candidate will deliver high‑quality lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 (and potentially Key Stage 5), fostering curiosity, critical thinking and a love of science. You will play a key role in raising attainment, contributing to curriculum development, and supporting the wider life of the academy.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, challenging lessons in Chemistry that inspire students and secure excellent outcomes.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of the science curriculum.
• Assess, track and monitor pupil progress, implementing interventions where required.
• Create a positive, inclusive and well‑managed learning environment.
• Participate in departmental and whole‑school CPD, meetings and initiatives.
• Support and contribute to the wider ethos, activities and values of Longsands Academy.

What We’re Looking For

• A qualified teacher with strong subject knowledge in Chemistry.
• A passionate educator who motivates, challenges and engages students of all abilities.
• A reflective practitioner committed to ongoing professional growth.
• Strong communication and organisational skills, with the ability to build positive relationships.
• A team player who contributes positively to a collaborative department.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students.

Interested in Applying?

If you are passionate about education, looking for a fresh opportunity, or simply want to make a positive impact, we would love to hear from you. Take a look at the job description and candidate pack to find out more about the role and how to apply or contact our recruitment team at recruitment@astreaacademytrust.org.

Commitment to Safeguarding and EDI:

Astrea Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory background checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check. We value diversity and welcome applications from underrepresented groups. As a Disability Confident employer, we provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure all candidates can fully demonstrate their abilities.

In line with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 and the statutory Code of Practice, the Trust requires all public-facing post holders to demonstrate fluent English. Within a school setting, this applies to all roles that involve direct or indirect interaction with pupils, parents, or members of the public.

Flexible Interview Dates:

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, so don't miss out on this exciting opportunity. Please note that interview dates are flexible, and the academy reserves the right to interview shortlisted candidates during the application window.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you are enthusiastic about Chemistry and eager to make a positive impact in a thriving school community, we would be delighted to receive your application.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

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Commitment to safeguarding

Astrea Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Longsands Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1554 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Longsands Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/longsands-academy

Longsands Academy, part of Astrea Academy Trust, is a successful, fully-inclusive secondary school at the heart of its community. We pride ourselves on providing an engaging and supportive environment in which our students feel empowered to reach and embrace their full potential with confidence. Our staff are committed to nurturing the abilities of every child with a curriculum which promotes academic excellence and is delivered by subject specialists. The opportunities we provide allow all students to showcase their talents, whether through the traditional school day or as a result of the wealth of extra-curricular activities on offer. Furthermore, in order to develop the important qualities of independent learning and resilience, our students are encouraged to take responsibility for their learning both in and out of lessons. We are extremely proud of the achievements of our students that are a result of the high expectations, students’ hard work and commitment and the supportive relationships that exist between staff, students and their parents/carers.

The pursuit of academic excellence is at the heart of the Academy. Through high expectations of behaviour, a commitment to great standards of teaching delivering a knowledge-rich curriculum, and positive working relationships with all members of the academy community, all students, regardless of their background or personal circumstances, are encouraged to achieve their academic aspirations. We believe that schools must teach powerful knowledge that takes students beyond their everyday experiences. We believe in a traditional, subject-based approach to teaching in order to create a scholarly culture that is disciplined and joyful. We want to ensure that we open doors for every students’ future and develop in them a life-long love of learning.

We are committed to developing our staff to be the very best that they can be by striving to ensure that all of our colleagues can access high-quality Continuing Professional Development (CPD). Our CPD programme is both department-based and in collaboration with academies within the Astrea family and external partners. Wide-ranging opportunities for professional development are available for staff at all stages of their career, including ECTs, experienced classroom teachers, middle and senior leaders and support staff.

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