Head of Chemistry – Lead Innovation in a Thriving Kingston Secondary

Step into a defining leadership chapter as Head of Chemistry at one of Kingston's premier secondary schools, renowned for academic rigour and future-shaping science education. This opportunity places you at the strategic heart of chemistry teaching, where your vision and expertise will inspire students, drive departmental excellence, and deliver extraordinary progression for ambitious educators. We are seeking a dynamic, results-driven Head of Chemistry eager to cultivate an exceptional department and shape outstanding futures.

Joining this school promises unparalleled professional momentum. As Head of Chemistry, you’ll immerse yourself in an energising, forward-thinking learning environment and work within a culture that champions innovation, best practice and whole-school achievement. From first-class resources to cross-school collaboration, the experience you gain will be unmatched in both depth and breadth—ideal for a chemistry leader seeking to become a future senior leader or aspiring headteacher. Expect robust investment in your career, surrounded by dedicated colleagues and enthusiastic, high-achieving students.

Key Highlights:

• Head of Chemistry – drive a transformative department strategy
• Up to £60,000 DOE Per Year – exceptional package for the right leader
• Gorgeous Kingston campus with superb labs and state-of-the-art tech
• Ofsted: Outstanding with consistent progress year-on-year
• Accelerated CPD, senior leadership pathways, and networked development
• Perfect for ambitious, impact-focused chemistry educators with QTS
• Inspirational, supportive SLT, ambitious colleagues, and forward-thinking values

What You'll Be Doing:

• Leading, coaching, and developing an exceptional chemistry team
• Spearheading KS3–KS5 curriculum design, innovation, and implementation
• Teaching inspiring lessons, driving up attainment at GCSE and A-Level
• Tracking progress, planning interventions, and leading data-driven departmental improvement
• Exploring cutting-edge practical science, leveraging new technologies
• Coordinating enrichment – Olympiads, Science Clubs, and STEM competitions

Ideal "Head of Chemistry" for this Kingston School:

• UK-trained science specialist, holding QTS and proven success at KS4/KS5
• Energetic, visionary chemist with a passion for cutting-edge pedagogy
• Evidenced record of Good/Outstanding lesson delivery and department contribution
• Inspirational mentor; committed to staff development and robust succession planning
• Impact-driven, strategic thinker with a relentless drive for improvement

Why Join This Kingston School?:

• Award-winning science department with national recognition
• Warm, vibrant staff culture with frequent collaborative events
• Unmatched CPD—leadership, management, and specialist chemistry training
• Students eager to excel, with top university progression rates
• Sustained investment in people, facilities, and wellbeing
• Highly supportive community—ethos of celebration and high expectation

How to Apply

Ready to take charge of Chemistry across all key stages? Opportunities at our Kingston campus don’t wait—neither should you. Submit your application now to be considered immediately; selection and interviews are already in progress and could close without notice. Step up, stand out, and join our ambitious team today.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving Outer London school from ASAP.

Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!