Chemistry Teacher - Wirral - October Half-Term Start Location: Wirral, Merseyside Start Date: October half-term 2026 Duration: Initially until Christmas 2026 Working Pattern: 5 days per week Pay: £168.80-£232.56 per day, dependent on experience and assignment Tradewind Recruitment is currently recruiting for a Chemistry Teacher to join a secondary school on the Wirral from October half-term 2026. This is a genuine teaching vacancy, initially running until Christmas 2026, offering an excellent opportunity for a qualified Science Teacher with a strong Chemistry specialism to secure a full-time position for the second half of the autumn term. The school is looking for a confident, enthusiastic and committed teacher who can deliver high-quality Chemistry and Science lessons, maintain positive classroom routines and support pupils' progress. The Role As a Chemistry Teacher, you will join an established secondary school Science department and take responsibility for delivering engaging and appropriately challenging lessons. Responsibilities are expected to include: Teaching Chemistry and Science in line with the school's curriculum Planning and delivering engaging theoretical and practical lessons Supporting pupils with scientific knowledge and understanding Preparing pupils for relevant assessments and examinations Differentiating lessons to meet a range of learning needs Assessing pupil progress and providing constructive feedback Maintaining high standards of classroom behaviour Following appropriate laboratory health and safety procedures Working collaboratively with Science colleagues Contributing positively to the wider school environment The successful candidate will be expected to undertake the planning, preparation, teaching and assessment duties associated with a full-time teaching position. The Ideal Chemistry Teacher We are particularly interested in candidates who: Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification Have strong Chemistry subject knowledge Have experience teaching Science in a secondary school Are confident delivering engaging Chemistry lessons Have effective classroom and behaviour management skills Can differentiate learning for pupils of varying abilities Understand practical Science teaching and laboratory safety Have high expectations of pupil achievement and progress Can build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues Are available to commit to a full-time position from October half-term until Christmas Both experienced Chemistry Teachers and suitably qualified Early Career Teachers are encouraged to apply. About the School The position is based at an established secondary school on the Wirral, offering an opportunity to join its Science department for the second half of the autumn term. The school is looking for a teacher who can quickly integrate into the department, establish positive relationships and maintain continuity of learning. Full details of the school will be shared with suitable candidates during the recruitment process. Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment? As a Chemistry Teacher working through Tradewind Recruitment, you'll benefit from: Competitive daily rates of £168.80-£232.56 Weekly pay A genuine full-time teaching vacancy A dedicated education recruitment consultant Access to further teaching opportunities across Wirral, Cheshire and Merseyside Free CPD through The National College Support throughout the recruitment and interview process Ongoing support during your placement Important Applicant Information Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be able to commute to the Wirral. QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification is required. All appointments are subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. Apply Today If you're a Chemistry Teacher looking for a full-time teaching opportunity on the Wirral from October half-term, we'd be keen to hear from you. Apply today or contact Anthony Bailey at Tradewind Recruitment to discuss this vacancy in confidence. Anthony Bailey Tradewind Recruitment (phone number removed)