Trainee Science Teacher

This opportunity is based at a vibrant and forward-thinking secondary school for students aged 11-18, located in the heart of London. The school serves a diverse and ambitious student population and is committed to academic excellence, inclusion, and the development of well-rounded, future-ready learners.

The Science department is well-resourced and highly valued within the school community. It offers engaging, practical lessons in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, designed to spark curiosity and build deep scientific understanding. With a strong focus on student achievement and personal growth, this is an exceptional setting in which to begin your teaching journey.

This Graduate Trainee Science Teacher role is part of the Grad2Teach salaried initial teacher training programme—a financially supported, classroom-based route into teaching.

• Begin by delivering Science lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4

• Progress through Grad2Teach’s structured two-phase training model

• Work toward a PGCE with QTS, awarded by Coventry University

• Receive a salary throughout your training—no tuition fees required

• Benefit from expert mentoring, tailored coaching, and a curriculum aligned with the Teaching Standards and Core Content Framework

• Support with lesson planning and delivery

• Assist in practical experiments, demonstrations, and student interventions

• Develop classroom and behaviour management strategies

• Independently teach lessons (up to 18 hours per week)

• Continue to build subject expertise and pedagogical skills

• Complete PGCE assignments and formal assessments

This is an ideal pathway for aspiring Science teachers who are passionate about STEM education and want to make a meaningful impact in a school committed to success, equity, and opportunity.

To be eligible for this role, applicants must:

• Hold a bachelor’s degree—ideally in a Science-related subject (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Physics)

• Be passionate about teaching and inspiring young minds through science

• Demonstrate resilience, adaptability, and a commitment to professional growth

• Hold (or be working towards) GCSEs in English and Maths (flexibility may be available in Phase 1)

Whether you're a recent graduate or exploring a career change, this is a unique opportunity to train as a Science teacher in a London school while earning a salary and gaining valuable classroom experience.