Trainee Science (Chemistry specialist) Teacher

Town/City:High Wycombe

Salary/Rate:£22,000 - £25,000

County:Buckinghamshire

Course:Phase 1

School Type:Secondary

Subject:Chemistry

Job ref:SM-CHE-RGSHW

Post Date:13. 02. 2026

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Partnerships Co-ordinator

Shah Muzir

Partnerships Coordinator

02045822472

ShahM@grad2teach.ac.uk

About the Role

As a trainee teacher, you will:

Support Chemistry lessons, including practical laboratory sessions
Assist with lesson preparation, marking, and assessment
Work with small groups to reinforce scientific understanding
Develop strong subject knowledge in Chemistry and applied sciences
Build classroom confidence within a structured salaried teacher training pathway

This role offers a strong foundation for progression into Phase Two and a PGCE route, leading to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

About You / Candidate Profile

This opportunity is ideal for an aspiring teacher, trainee educator, or future Chemistry teacher who is passionate about science and academic excellence.

You will:

Hold (or be working toward) a degree in Chemistry or a closely related subject
Have strong subject knowledge and enthusiasm for practical science
Be reliable, reflective, and motivated to develop professionally
Enjoy working with secondary-aged students in a high-achieving setting
Be committed to progressing through a structured teacher training programme

Previous experience in tutoring, laboratory work, or youth mentoring is beneficial but not essential.

Training & Progression

Completion of Phase One, leading to a Level 4 qualification with Grad2Teach
Training aligned with the Core Content Framework (CCF) and national Teaching Standards
Structured mentoring, observations, and professional development
Progression to Phase Two, where you begin independent teaching
Opportunity to complete a PGCE with Coventry University, leading to QTS

This salaried pathway ensures you develop from trainee Chemistry teacher to fully qualified Science educator.

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