Staff Vacancies

Teacher of Chemistry
Salary MPS1-UPS3
Required from January 2026
Pastoral TLR available for the most suitable candidate

Townley Grammar School is an academically selective and socially responsible girls’ state grammar school with a coeducational Sixth Form. Located in the London Borough of Bexley, Townley was founded in 1937 and has over the years established a tradition of academic excellence, scholastic endeavor and lifelong learning. Townley encourages academic, emotional and physical confidence; our students are inspirational learners who have the courage to take risks and the wisdom to learn from their mistakes. The school has exceptional academic, co-curricular and enrichment facilities.

We are seeking to appoint an exceptional teacher of Chemistry and Physics. The successful candidate will have expert subject knowledge and must be able to teach all Key Stages, including GCSE and A-Level. This is a brilliant opportunity for an individual who is suitably motivated and ready to share their expertise and experience with our brilliant young people. The ability to teach Physics up to A-Level is also desirable.

We are looking for a forward thinking, inspirational practitioner to work collaboratively with colleagues, deliver exceptional lessons and to support in the development of the curriculum, raising achievement and ensuring outstanding progress.

In addition, Pastoral TLR would be available for the most suitable candidate.

Townley Grammar School is a multicultural girls’ selective school of 1610 with a co-educational Sixth Form of over 400 where we pride ourselves on our bright, articulate and engaging students. At Townley, we offer high-quality education in a vibrant, innovative learning environment, where students and staff feel valued and supported. We are passionate about helping every student achieve their full potential in a caring, inclusive community.

We provide a full induction programme for all new members of staff with excellent professional development opportunities. You’ll also benefit from our shared knowledge and experience, as we regularly collaborate and share best practice.

Here at Townley, we are committed to prioritising the wellbeing of our staff as well as outstanding teaching and learning practice. We encourage our colleagues to hone their craft and provide enriching and exciting opportunities for our students.

We have ten CPD days over the academic year, weekly bespoke CPD for staff after an early end to the school day on Monday as well as a two-week half term in October. You will be respected as a professional colleague and work with inspirational students every day.

Latest Date for Applications: 12 pm, 1st December 2025
Interviews will take place W/C 8th December 2025

Please note that early applications are encouraged as the school reserves the right to close the advert should we feel able to appoint an appropriate candidate.
The school is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and
promoting the welfare of children and young people.
The school operates a no-smoking policy.

The post holder will be required to complete an enhanced Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) Check with appropriate barred list checks, and must be eligible to work in the UK. All staff are expected to be committed to the Equal Opportunities Policy.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This job description is not necessarily a comprehensive definition of the post.