Trainee Science Teacher

Town/City:Hertfordshire

Salary/Rate:£18,000 - £22,000

County:Hertfordshire

Course:Phase 1

School Type:Secondary

Subject:Science

Job ref:SM-SCI-HERTS

Post Date:15. 12. 2025

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Partnerships Co-ordinator

Shah Muzir

Partnerships Coordinator

02045822472

ShahM@grad2teach.ac.uk

About the Role

Working alongside experienced Science teachers, you will support teaching and learning across the Science curriculum, gaining invaluable classroom experience while training on the job. This paid teacher training role allows you to earn a salary while completing Grad2Teach’s Level 4 qualification, designed to prepare you for a long-term career in teaching.

As a trainee teacher, you will:

Support Science lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4
Develop subject knowledge in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics
Work closely with mentors and teaching staff
Gain structured classroom experience as part of a salaried teacher training route
Progress toward Phase Two, leading to independent teaching and a PGCE

This role is ideal for aspiring Science teachers seeking a practical, employment-based route into the profession.

About You / Candidate Profile

We are looking for a motivated graduate trainee, aspiring teacher, or future educator with a genuine passion for Science and education.

You will:

Hold (or be working toward) a degree related to Science or a closely aligned subject
Be enthusiastic about becoming a qualified Science teacher
Be reliable, reflective, and eager to learn
Enjoy working with young people in a secondary school setting
Be committed to developing as a trainee educator through feedback and training

Previous classroom or tutoring experience is helpful but not essential. A strong commitment to teaching and learning is key.

Training & Progression

You will complete Phase One, working toward a Level 4 qualification through Grad2Teach
Training is aligned with the Core Content Framework (CCF) and national Teaching Standards
You will receive structured mentoring, observations, and professional development
Successful completion of Phase One leads to Phase Two, where you progress to independent teaching
Phase Two includes a PGCE route with Coventry University, enabling you to qualify as a teacher

This structured pathway supports you from trainee teacher to fully qualified professional.

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