Our Vacancies

Location: Rochdale Sixth Form College
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: MPS/UPS

Rochdale Sixth Form College, consistently ranked among the top-performing colleges in the country, is looking to appoint an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Teacher of Chemistry to join our thriving Science department from September 2025.

About the Role:
As a Teacher of Chemistry at RSFC, you will play a central role in delivering high-quality A Level Chemistry education to a diverse and ambitious student body. You’ll plan and deliver engaging, challenging, and well-structured lessons that stretch and support students to achieve their full potential. You’ll contribute to a culture of academic excellence, innovation, and mutual respect.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Teaching A Level Chemistry in a way that promotes enthusiasm, curiosity, and critical thinking
• Creating a positive and inclusive learning environment where all students are supported to succeed
• Using data to monitor student progress and implement strategies to support achievement
• Participating in departmental planning, assessment, and curriculum development
• Supporting students with UCAS applications and preparation for university courses, including medicine, veterinary science, and other science-related fields
• Engaging in the college’s extensive enrichment programme and wider college life
• Contributing to the sharing of best practice and continuous improvement within the Science faculty

You’ll join a collaborative team that is deeply committed to professional learning and constantly evolving to meet the needs of our students. With high expectations and a clear focus on A Level outcomes, you’ll be part of a college that values subject expertise, innovation, and evidence-informed teaching.

We Offer:

• A high-achieving and respectful student cohort
• State-of-the-art laboratories and resources tailored for A Level teaching
• Excellent CPD opportunities, including subject-specific training and leadership pathways
• A supportive leadership team and a collegiate working environment
• The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people

Who We’re Looking For:
Whether you’re an experienced practitioner or a newly qualified teacher, you’ll bring:

• Strong subject knowledge and a real passion for Chemistry
• The ability to inspire and challenge students of all abilities
• A commitment to high academic standards and student achievement
• A collaborative approach and a desire to continually improve your practice

To apply, please complete the Altus Education Partnership application form and email back to recruitment@altusep.com.

For more information visit: www.rochdalesfc.ac.uk or www.altusep.com  or email recruitment@altusep.com.

Applications should be returned to arrive no later than 12.00 midday on 29^th April 2025.

Interviews will be held w/c 5^th May 2025.

Start date: 21 August 2025.

Altus Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.

In accordance with the recommendations set out in KCSIE the Trust carries out online searches on shortlisted candidates.

References will be requested if you are shortlisted for interview.