Trainee Science Teacher

Are you a Science graduate or career changer with a passion for inspiring young minds? Are you looking for a rewarding route into teaching where you can earn a salary while training to become a fully qualified Science Teacher?

Grad2Teach is recruiting an enthusiastic and motivated Trainee Science Teacher to join a secondary school in Norfolk through our structured, salaried teacher training programme.

This exciting opportunity is ideal for graduates with a background in Biology, Chemistry, Physics or a related scientific discipline who want to gain valuable classroom experience while working towards Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

You will work alongside experienced teachers, develop your classroom management skills and gradually take on greater teaching responsibilities as your confidence and experience grow.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of engaging Science lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.

• Work alongside experienced Science teachers to develop subject knowledge and effective teaching strategies.

• Assist with lesson planning, practical experiments, classroom activities and pupil assessment.

• Support pupils of varying abilities, encouraging curiosity, scientific thinking and academic achievement.

• Develop behaviour management, safeguarding and classroom leadership skills.

• Gradually progress towards independently planning and delivering Science lessons.

• Complete structured professional development and training through Grad2Teach.

About You

We are looking for an aspiring Science Teacher who is enthusiastic about education and committed to making a positive difference in the classroom.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A degree in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Biomedical Science or another relevant subject.

• A genuine passion for Science and an interest in inspiring the next generation of scientists.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Confidence working with young people and the ability to build positive relationships.

• A proactive, reliable and adaptable approach to learning.

• A willingness to develop classroom management and teaching skills.

• Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable but not essential.

Applications are welcomed from recent graduates, experienced teaching assistants, cover supervisors and career changers who are interested in becoming qualified secondary Science teachers.

Training & Progression – The Grad2Teach Pathway

Grad2Teach offers a flexible, two-phase salaried teacher training programme that combines practical classroom experience with professional qualifications and ongoing support.

Phase One – Level 4 Qualification & Classroom Experience

During Phase One, you will:

• Work in a secondary school in Norfolk while earning a salary.

• Complete an NCFE-accredited Level 4 Customised Qualification, tailored to your experience and teaching responsibilities.

• Receive structured training aligned with the Core Content Framework (CCF) and Teachers' Standards.

• Develop your understanding of lesson planning, behaviour management, assessment and inclusive teaching.

• Gain practical experience supporting and delivering Science lessons.

• Benefit from mentoring, observations and regular feedback.

• Build the skills and confidence needed to progress into formal Initial Teacher Training.

Phase One provides a supportive introduction to teaching, allowing you to gain valuable school-based experience before progressing towards greater classroom responsibility.

Phase Two – PGCE with QTS

Following successful completion of Phase One and subject to meeting entry requirements, you can progress to Phase Two.

During this phase, you will:

• Undertake a PGCE with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) through Coventry University's National Institute of Teaching and Education (NITE).

• Take increasing responsibility for planning and delivering your own Science lessons.

• Teach independently, with a timetable appropriate to your stage of training.

• Receive ongoing mentoring, professional development and university support.

• Work towards achieving a PGCE with QTS and 60 Master's-level credits.

This structured pathway is designed to prepare you for a successful career as a fully qualified secondary Science Teacher.

Why Choose Grad2Teach?

• Earn while you learn: Receive a salary while gaining real classroom experience.

• Practical teacher training: Develop your teaching skills in a real secondary school environment.

• Recognised qualifications: Gain a Level 4 qualification during Phase One, with progression opportunities towards PGCE and QTS.

• Dedicated support: Benefit from experienced mentors, training coordinators and professional guidance.

• Flexible progression: Move through the programme at a pace suited to your experience and readiness.

• Long-term career opportunities: Build the foundations for a rewarding teaching career in Norfolk and beyond.

Location & Application

Location: Norfolk, England

This salaried Science Teacher training opportunity is based in a secondary school in Norfolk. The precise school location and postcode will be confirmed during the recruitment process.

If you are a Science graduate, aspiring teacher or career changer looking for a practical and supportive route into secondary teaching, we would love to hear from you.