Chemistry Early Career Teacher (ECT) – Ambitious Secondary School – Swindon, Wiltshire – September 2025 Start Location: Swindon, Wiltshire Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time Salary: MPS1 (ECT Scale) A well-resourced and forward-thinking secondary school in Swindon is seeking a Chemistry Early Career Teacher (ECT) for a full-time position starting September 2025. This permanent role offers an ideal environment for newly qualified Chemistry specialists committed to excellence and collegiality. About the School Renowned for its academic track record and nurturing community, this school invests heavily in staff development, including a structured peer-coaching model and targeted CPD. The culture is reflective, collaborative, and firmly rooted in school-wide support. Chemistry Department You’ll join a dynamic Chemistry faculty delivering excellence across KS3 and KS4. The department features modern laboratories, digital sensors, chemistry-specific resources, and technicians on site, all contributing to high standards of practical science. Your Role Plan and teach the Chemistry curriculum; embed practical work in lessons using guided investigations; differentiate to support learner progress; take part in science enrichment; and follow a comprehensive ECT programme with termly observations, reflective coaching, and subject-specific professional development. Ideal Candidate You hold a Chemistry degree and will complete QTS by July 2025. You embrace problem-solving and encourage curiosity, with solid classroom management and scientific rigour. You work well in a team, seeking improvement and innovation in teaching. Why Apply? * Join a school known for academic rigour and colleague development * Access to excellent chemistry labs and equipment * Benefit from a well-structured ECT pathway with mentor and peer observation * Lead STEM projects to extend in-class learning * Be part of the revitalised Swindon community with great connections Staff Benefits Include: * Chemistry subject network and trip subsidies * Teacher wellbeing support and fitness facilities * Career coaching and teacher leadership pathways * On-site parking and cycle-to-work allowance * Enhanced pension contributions