Experienced Chemistry Teacher & Lead Practitioner – Available September 2026
An outstanding and values-driven Science teacher, this candidate brings a wealth of experience in delivering rigorous, inclusive, and engaging science education across high-performing UK and international schools. Specialising in Chemistry and Physics, she holds accredited Lead Practitioner status and is relocating back to London for September 2026. She is seeking a permanent teaching role where she can make a whole-school impact and continue inspiring young people—especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds—to achieve excellence in science.
Calm, compassionate, and deeply knowledgeable, she has taught across KS3 to KS5, including A Level, IGCSE and IB Diploma Chemistry, and is passionate about challenging misconceptions and raising attainment. With a strong track record in pastoral leadership, curriculum development, and coaching colleagues, she is ready to bring energy, precision, and integrity to a forward-thinking London school.
Education & Qualifications
- PGCE Secondary Science (Distinction): London Metropolitan University
- MSc Biomedical Science (Molecular and Cellular Pathology): Plymouth University
- BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science: Plymouth University - Upper Second Class
- A Levels: English Language, Biology, Chemistry
- GCSEs: 14 including AA English, AAB Triple Science, A in French and Mandarin
- CPD: Lead Practitioner Accreditation (SSAT, 2025)
- CPD: Outstanding’ qualified teacher status achieved
Experience Summary
With over five years of experience teaching Chemistry and Science across UK and international settings, this candidate combines exceptional subject expertise with proven pastoral and leadership capabilities. She has led Science departments, developed successful intervention strategies, and coached peers—all while maintaining consistently high classroom outcomes.
- Lead Practitioner of Science and KS4–KS5 Chemistry Coordinator at Malvern College Egypt; also serves as Head of Year 7 and previously Head of KS3 Science
- Taught A Level Chemistry and coordinated Year 8 Science at Kingsdale Foundation School
- Delivered A Level and GCSE teaching at Charles Darwin School; mentored trainee teachers and founded a regional award-winning Robotics Club
- Successfully improved pupil progress scores by using data-driven intervention at Royal Liberty School; launched a Chemistry Clinic and Debate Club to support disadvantaged learners
- Experienced in IB and IGCSE frameworks, with international curriculum consultancy experience in Ghana and Egypt
Key Strengths
- Accredited Lead Practitioner with expertise in Chemistry, Physics, and international curricula
- Proven pastoral leader with Head of Year experience and commitment to student wellbeing
- Data-informed practitioner skilled in closing attainment gaps and driving progress
- Passionate advocate for equity in education and representation in the sciences
- Warm, reflective, and collaborative with a strong coaching and mentoring ethos