The Vacancy
Teacher of Chemistry
Permanent, Full-time, Full Year
Start date: September 2026
Salary: Generous package dependent on qualifications and experience
Whitgift is one of Britain’s leading independent day and boarding schools, set in an attractive 48-acre parkland site in South Croydon enjoying excellent links to London, Surrey and the south coast. We are proud to be able to offer:
1. a unique, tailor-made education for boys aged 10-18
2. beautiful and historic parkland site with outstanding facilities
3. a record of outstanding academic achievement
4. superb facilities for over 40 sports, an exciting performing arts programme and wide range of co-curricular activities
5. excellent pastoral care.
What Whitgift Offers You:
6. A vibrant, forward-thinking school with a tradition of academic success.
7. State-of-the-art science facilities and resources to inspire teaching and learning.
8. A supportive, collaborative environment that values innovation and professional growth.
9. Extensive co-curricular programmes in sport, music, drama, and enrichment activities.
10. Opportunities for career development, including our highly regarded Initial Teacher Training programme for early-career teachers.
What we are Looking for:
We seek an enthusiastic, well-qualified Chemistry specialist who will:
11. Demonstrate exceptional subject knowledge and a passion for science.
12. Inspire and motivate students to achieve their full potential.
13. Foster a collaborative learning culture and maintain high academic standards.
14. Contribute fully to the wider life of the school, including co-curricular and pastoral responsibilities.
15. Show resilience, creativity, and excellent communication skills.
16. Ability to problem-solve and manage classroom behaviour effectively
Whether you are an experienced teacher or new to the profession, Whitgift offers the perfect environment to thrive and make a lasting impact. There is a proactive culture of supporting and developing talented and inspiring teachers.
Staff are expected to contribute fully to the co-curricular life of the School and this is reflected in the salary offered. A strong commitment to the pastoral system is also anticipated.
In return we offer a generous salary and benefits package including membership of either the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (with 3 x salary life assurance cover) or a defined contribution (DC) scheme which can be tailored to meet financial goals and includes 5 x salary life assurance cover, an Employee Discount Club, discount on school fees for the Foundation Schools (permanent posts only, upon successful completion of the probationary period), access to our on-site gym, membership of a healthcare plan, a range of family-friendly benefits and season ticket loan. Accommodation may be available. Assistance is offered towards removal expenses etc., up to £1,000 in total.
We welcome applications from all parts of our community as we aspire to attract staff that match the social and cultural diversity of our student intake.