Chemistry Teacher

Posting date:	12 January 2026
Salary:	£140 to £200 per day
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	11 February 2026
Location:	TA1
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Teacheractive Limited
Job type:	Temporary
Job reference:	KP--8985

Summary

Job Title: Chemistry Teacher (QTS or ECT)
Location: Taunton
Start Date: January 2026
Salary: £140 – £200 per day (depending on experience)
Working Pattern: Full-time (role types may vary)

Are you a qualified Chemistry Teacher—or an enthusiastic ECT—with a passion for science and inspiring curiosity in the classroom?

Are you confident teaching Chemistry across KS3–KS4, including delivering engaging practical experiments and clear theoretical concepts?

Are you open to exploring new teaching opportunities in the Taunton area from January?

TeacherActive is inviting expressions of interest from Chemistry Teachers for upcoming opportunities in secondary schools across Taunton from January 2026. Local schools are anticipating staffing needs within their Science departments, and now is the perfect time to register your interest and get ahead of the new-year demand.

Whether you’re seeking a full-time placement, looking to broaden your experience across different school settings, or hoping to secure a longer-term role as opportunities arise, we’d love to hear from you.

You may be a great fit if you:

• Hold QTS or are an ECT ready to begin your Chemistry teaching career

  
  

• Have experience teaching Chemistry at KS3–KS4

  
  

• Are confident delivering practical experiments and theory-based lessons

  
  

• Have strong classroom and laboratory behaviour management

  
  

• Enjoy contributing to a supportive, collaborative, and well-resourced Science department

  
  

  What You Can Expect:

  • Access to a variety of upcoming Chemistry teaching roles in Taunton secondary schools

    
    

  • Potential for both short-term and long-term placements

    
    

  • Well-equipped science laboratories and supportive school environments

    
    

  • Opportunities to gain experience, build relationships, and secure future permanent roles

    
    

    Why Register with TeacherActive?

    • Competitive daily rates paid via PAYE (no umbrella or hidden deductions)

      
      

    • Free CPD and training through our My-Progression platform

      
      

    • A dedicated consultant available 24/7

      
      

    • £200 referral bonus when you refer another teacher or TA (T&Cs apply)

      
      

      If you're a passionate Chemistry Teacher and want to hear more about January opportunities in Taunton, we’d love to support you.

      Email: Kyle.Payze@TeacherActive.com
      Phone: 0117 223 2200

      All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and invited to register with TeacherActive.

      All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.
      
      
      
      Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
      
      
      
      Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.
      
      TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.