JOB TITLE - Head of Chemistry- Newham ABOUT THE SCHOOLProspero Teaching is looking for a Head of Chemistry for an Ofsted Good Secondary school in Newham, East London. The school is a medium size mainstream Secondary School with a supportive department. The school is going from strength to strength and providing CPD throughout the year. The school does have a 6th form, although most of the timetable for this role will be key stage 3 and key stage 4.The position is open to both NQTs and experienced teachers. Depending on performance the school would look at either extending the contract or offering a permanent position. CONTRACT DETAILSLocation - Newham, East London Position - Head of Chemistry Type of work - Head of Chemistry Contract or position start date - January 2026 Duration / Likely Duration - 2 terms with view to a permanent start Contract or position end date (if applicable) - TBC Contract type (temp/perm/temp to perm) - Temporary Full time/part time - Full time Minimum rate of pay - Negotiable Hours - 8:30 am - 4pm, plus parents evenings EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS QTS or equivalent Minimum experience as HOD within a secondary school Up to date Safeguarding training issued in the last year TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST: Hold Right to Work in the UK Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application Provide two professional child related references that cover the last 2 years OTHER If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up to date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people. Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate: Accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management In-house Training and Development Team

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