EXTERNAL VACANCY
Head of Chemistry
Cove School · Farnborough, England
- Pay
- Pay details on the original advert
- Working pattern
- Full-time
- Profession
- Education
- Closing date
- 01/11/2026
About this opportunity
Cove School is advertising this Head of Chemistry role in Farnborough. Read the full duties, working arrangements, eligibility requirements and application instructions on Teaching Vacancies.
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Work described by the advertiser
Our Science Department are looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated and dedicated Head of Chemistry with a love of education to join a great team, encouraging all pupils to make progress in this subject no matter their ability. There are currently nine highly committed teachers who strive for excellence, enjoying a range of traditional and progressive methodology and contributing to the academic life of the school.
Oversee the planning, delivery and quality of Chemistry teaching across the department, ensuring high standards of teaching and learning.Selected extracts from the original advertiser, via Teaching Vacancies.
Experience and qualifications mentioned
The Science Department is a well-resourced department, with a team of science technicians in its own dedicated building. The department runs a variety of trips for all year groups each academic year such as ‘GCSE Science Live’ and Winchester Science Museum. The team also run a variety of STEAM activities both in school and with supplementary trips through the excellent links that they have made with businesses and organisations.
Good degree in a directly related subject (desirable)Selected extracts from the original advertiser, via Teaching Vacancies.
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