Trainee Chemistry Teacher
Partnerships Co-ordinator
About the Role
Are you a Chemistry graduate looking to turn your subject knowledge into a rewarding career in teaching?
Grad2Teach is offering an exciting Graduate Trainee Teacher – Chemistry opportunity at a supportive secondary school in Orpington, Kent. This salaried Phase One position is ideal for a graduate who is passionate about Chemistry and ready to develop their classroom practice while working towards their Level 4 qualification, with a clear progression route into Phase Two, PGCE and QTS.
The school combines a supportive and collaborative environment with high academic and professional standards. You will work alongside experienced Science teachers and receive mentoring and guidance as you develop the skills and confidence required to become an effective classroom practitioner.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a school that expects the very best from its students while providing the support needed to help trainee teachers succeed.
As a Grad2Teach trainee, you will:
- Support teaching and learning within the Science and Chemistry department
- Work with students across Key Stages 3 and 4
- Assist with Chemistry practicals, experiments and investigations
- Support pupils in developing their scientific knowledge and understanding
- Help prepare lessons, practical resources and classroom activities
- Observe experienced teachers and develop your own teaching practice
- Build confidence in classroom management and behaviour strategies
- Support intervention, revision and enrichment activities where appropriate
- Take on increasing teaching responsibility as your skills and confidence develop
This role is ideal for a Chemistry graduate who wants to earn while they train, gain meaningful classroom experience and develop within a school that combines high expectations with strong support.
About You – Candidate Profile
We are looking for an ambitious and committed Chemistry graduate who is ready to begin their journey towards becoming a qualified teacher.
You will:
- Hold a BA/BSc degree in Chemistry – essential
- Be a motivated aspiring Chemistry teacher / graduate trainee
- Have a genuine passion for Chemistry and Science education
- Have strong subject knowledge and enthusiasm for sharing it with young people
- Be confident, professional and able to build positive relationships with students
- Be reflective, resilient and eager to develop your teaching practice
- Demonstrate strong communication and organisational skills
- Be committed to high standards of behaviour, teaching and learning
- Be willing to learn from experienced teachers and respond positively to feedback
Experience working with young people, whether through tutoring, coaching, schools or other educational settings, would be advantageous.
Training & Progression with Grad2Teach
This role follows Grad2Teach's fully salaried, two-phase teacher training model.
Phase One – Level 4 & Foundational Training
- Complete your Level 4 NCFE customised qualification while working in school
- Training aligned to the Core Content Framework (CCF) and Teachers' Standards
- Learn through guided practice, lesson observations, mentoring and professional learning sessions
- Develop your classroom management and teaching skills through practical experience
- Receive ongoing support from experienced teachers and Grad2Teach mentors
- Build confidence and take on increasing responsibility as you progress
Phase Two – PGCE & QTS (Coventry University)
Subject to successful progression, Phase Two includes:
- Teaching responsibility of up to 18 hours per week
- Completion of a PGCE with QTS through Coventry University (NITE)
- Ongoing mentoring, assessment and professional development
- Development towards meeting all Teachers' Standards
This structured pathway provides a clear route from Phase One trainee to fully qualified Chemistry teacher.
Location & Application
This salaried trainee role is based at a supportive secondary school in:
Orpington, Kent
The school offers a positive and professional environment where high standards are matched by strong support and mentoring for staff at every stage of their development.
If you are a Chemistry graduate with a BA/BSc in Chemistry and are ready to turn your subject expertise into a successful teaching career, we would love to hear from you.