What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking to recruit a qualified teacher in Science to begin with us in September 2025.We are looking for an outstanding Teacher of Science (Physics or Chemistry as a specialism would be preferred) who is enthusiastic, talented and ambitious and is willing to contribute to and learn from the best practice in the department.The successful applicant will maintain high professional and academic standards, remain up to date in terms of subject knowledge and pedagogical technique as well as contributing to departmental development.Chauncy is an Ofsted OUTSTANDING SCHOOL in all 5 categories and has a welcoming, cohesive and dynamic staff, committed to the education of young people in the local area. It is an amazing place to work and build a career.Our Science department is well established with a healthy mix of experience and more recently qualified colleagues with a proud history of strong academic results over many years.We have an experienced mentoring team to support ECTs and new colleagues typically thrive with us, 90% gaining a position of responsibility within 2 years.Suitably qualified and experienced applicants may be considered for a TLR award with details to be negotiated at interview.Visits are very much encouraged. If you are interested and would like to visit, please contact Steve Walton, Headteacher on the school telephone number: 01920 411200.You may also take this opportunity to have an informal phone conversation about the position.
What the school offers its staff
We have an experienced mentoring team to support ECTs and new colleagues typically thrive with us, 90% gaining a position of responsibility within 2 years.
Commitment to safeguarding
Chauncy School is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please read our Safer Recruitment Policy and Child Protection Policy on our school website here: If you have any questions concerning our appointment process and /or our Safeguarding practices you should contact Karen Baker who is our Office Manager via admin@chauncy.org.uk. You may choose to contact Maria Ingrao who is our Designated Officer for Child Protection via safeguarding @chauncy.org.uk. Both may be contacted at the school by telephone on 01920 411200.