Millfield School seeks an outstanding full-time Teacher of Chemistry to join our dynamic Science Department from September 2025. The ability to teach additional sciences is highly desirable.
We are looking for an inspiring and dedicated educator who will engage students in the classroom and contribute to the pastoral care and wider curriculum of our vibrant day and boarding community. The ideal candidate will be organised, enthusiastic, and passionate about Chemistry, with a commitment to teaching a range of ages and abilities.
The Chemistry Department consists of eight teachers supported by two skilled technicians, fostering a collaborative and innovative teaching environment. We emphasise experimental work and encourage students to extend their learning through Olympiads, RSC Competitions, and symposia.
About us
Founded in 1935, Millfield’s vision is to be the world leader for the development of children. There are nearly 1,300 students at the senior school (year 9 to U6), with a 3:1 ratio of boarding to day. Although essentially a rural British school, 20 per cent of Millfield students are international and come from more than 70 countries.
Set in over 100 acres of grounds, Millfield’s size brings great opportunity, and the facilities are unmatched in the UK: an Olympic-sized swimming pool, golf courses, indoor centres for tennis, golf and cricket and an equestrian centre; concert hall, recording studio, theatre, art gallery, hi-tech Science block and outstanding teaching facilities; and high-quality boarding accommodation.
Our aim is to discover brilliance in every child and to immerse them in academic, creative and sporting opportunities to develop this brilliance. We offer an exceptionally wide range of courses and provide multiple pathways through the school to meet the needs of the individual child.
Millfield offers excellent facilities, professional development opportunities, and a strong community ethos that values both academic and personal growth.
If you are an enthusiastic teacher looking to inspire and challenge students, we would love to hear from you.
Closing date: Noon on 30th April 2025.
Millfield School is committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all. We are a community that celebrates diversity, supporting our pupils and employees to be brilliant as individuals.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Specific safeguarding responsibilities for this position are outlined in the. Offers of employment are subject to satisfactory safeguarding checks including, but not limited to Enhanced DBS clearance. All positions within the school are exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
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