At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspire the next generation of scientists through engaging teaching.
- Company: A high-achieving secondary school in Barking & Dagenham.
- Benefits: Salaried or unsalaried training, mentoring, and excellent resources.
- Other info: Supportive environment with clear progression to Qualified Teacher Status.
- Why this job: Kickstart your teaching career and make a real difference in education.
- Qualifications: 2:1 degree in a Science subject and passion for teaching.
The predicted salary is between 31650 - 40000 Β£ per year.
Are you a Science graduate ready to begin your journey into teaching? A high-achieving secondary school with a thriving Sixth Form in Barking & Dagenham is seeking an ambitious Trainee Science Teacher to join their permanent team from September 2026.
This Trainee Science Teacher opportunity is ideal for a graduate with a strong academic background who is passionate about inspiring the next generation of scientists. The school can offer either a salaried or unsalaried teacher training route, depending on your previous experience, making this an excellent opportunity for aspiring teachers at different stages of their career.
What the school can offer:
- Permanent Trainee Science Teacher position starting September 2026
- Salaried or unsalaried teacher training route, dependent on previous experience
- Structured programme leading to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Dedicated mentoring from experienced Science practitioners
- Opportunity to teach across KS3, KS4 and A-Level within the school's successful Sixth Form
- Excellent CPD and clear progression into a qualified teaching position
- Modern Science laboratories and outstanding teaching resources
Person Specification:
- Minimum 2:1 degree in Biology, Chemistry, Physics or a related Science subject from a UK university
- Strong GCSE and A-Level academic profile
- Passion for Science education and a desire to become an outstanding teacher
- Confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability and ambition to teach Science through to A-Level
- Previous experience working with young people is beneficial but not essential
This Trainee Science Teacher role is a permanent opportunity within a supportive and ambitious school that invests heavily in the development of future teachers. If you are an aspiring Trainee Science Teacher looking to begin a rewarding career in education, this could be the perfect opportunity.
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Contact Details:
Ribbons and Reeves Limited Recruitment Team