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Are you passionate about Chemistry and Biology and considering a career in teaching?

Esher Sixth Form College is seeking a Trainee Teacher of Chemistry & Biology to join our large, high-performing and collaborative Science department. This is an exciting opportunity to train in a specialist post-16 environment rated Outstanding by Ofsted, working with motivated A Level students.

You’ll be supported by an experienced team of specialist teachers, benefit from strong mentoring, and gain experience teaching A Level Chemistry and/or Biology in a well-resourced department with excellent laboratory facilities and a strong culture of collaboration.

We welcome graduates or career changers with strong subject knowledge, enthusiasm for working with 16–19 year olds, and a commitment to inclusion, community and empowerment.

Closing date:            9 am Monday 13 April 2026
Interview Date:         Friday 17 April 2026
Start Date:                 Monday 24 August 2026

We reserve the right to interview candidates prior to the closing date.

Esher Sixth Form College provides non-selective, open access, specialist sixth form college education for North East Surrey and South West London. The College is rated ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted and has an impressive track record in delivering high levels of student achievement.


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