Teacher of Chemistry / Chemistry Subject Lead
About This Role
Thank you for considering St. Mary's Catholic Academy for the next stage in your career.
We are seeking to appoint a talented Teacher of Chemistry. This is a full time role with effect from 1st September 2026. The successful candidate will be able to teach Chemistry across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, with the potential to teach Key Stage 5. The role will suit a recently qualified teacher or an experienced teacher of Chemistry, and the salary will be adjusted accordingly depending on experience.
For a suitably experienced candidate, the Academy is offering the opportunity to be considered for the role of Chemistry subject lead. A separate job description for this role is included in this pack. Candidates interested in applying for this role should address this in their supporting statement.
St Mary’s is a highly regarded oversubscribed Catholic Academy in Blackpool in the Diocese of Lancaster. The school is very much a Catholic family where everyone works together to support and challenge one another to be the best they can be.
Please refer to the application pack for the person specification, job description and further details.
BEBCMAT is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners, staff and visitors. All posts are subject to:
DBS
Medical clearance
Verification of qualifications and National Insurance number.
Two references including a judgement about suitability to work with children.
A member of the interview panel will be trained in implementing Child Protection procedures.
In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, online search be carried out.
For teaching positions, barred list checks and prohibition from teaching checks will be carried out.
For leadership positions, section 128 checks will be performed.
Closing date for applications: Thursday 14th May 2026 - midday
Shortlisting date: Thursday 14th May 2026
Interview date: Tuesday 19th May 2026
Post Details:
Grade: Teachers’ Pay Range
Salary: Teachers’ Pay Range with TLR2a £3,527.00 per annum for those interested in the Subject Lead role
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Start Date: 1st September 2026