Trainee Teacher (Chemistry)

Essex Local Nature Partnership; London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate individuals to join their classroom-based Initial Teacher Training programme. This exciting opportunity allows you to gain a PGCE and Qualified Teacher Status while making a real impact as a Chemistry Teacher. With a supportive network and personalized guidance, you will develop your teaching skills and inspire the next generation of scientists. The program includes intensive summer preparation, ongoing training, and a commitment to equal opportunity, ensuring you have all the tools to succeed in your teaching career. If you are ready to embark on a rewarding journey in education, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Tuition fees paid

Personalized support

Weekly training sessions

National support network

Qualifications

• Must possess a STEM degree and a passion for teaching.
• PGCE qualification will be obtained during the program.

Responsibilities

• Inspire students in Chemistry and support their learning journey.
• Participate in weekly training sessions and receive personalized support.

Skills

STEM Degree

Teaching Skills

Classroom Management

Communication Skills

Education

PGCE (Post-Graduate Certificate of Education)

Bachelor's Degree in a STEM Subject

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC6906-460

Position Type: Teacher
Pay Range: £21,731-£31,000
Position Start Date: 01/09/2025
Contract Type: Full-time
Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 30/06/2025 Midnight
Date of Interviews: Ad-hoc

Classroom-based Initial Teacher Training (ITT) programme based in Greensward Academy. Lift Schools is one of the largest school trusts nationwide and we are partnered with Ark Teacher Training to deliver our programme.

You'll gain a PGCE (Post-Graduate Certificate of Education) and your Qualified Teacher Status whilst working hands-on in the classroom as a Chemistry Teacher. Immediately having impact, your tutor and coach will support you to build up your independent teaching time during the year.

Use your STEM degree and inspire the next generation of Scientists, Mathematicians & Computer Scientists.

The Programme Includes

1. Summer school: We provide two weeks of intensive preparation in August. This ensures you enter the classroom with a good grounding in educational theory and practice.
2. Personalised support: Your tutor and in-school coach will be on hand to offer advice and discuss any challenges.
3. Weekly training sessions: These sessions will take place throughout your training year, enhancing the skills you're learning in the classroom.
4. National support network: We have trainees - and recent former trainees - in schools around the country. As a Lift Schools trainee, you will be able to draw on support from across our trust - during your training year and beyond.
5. Commitment to equal opportunity: We are committed to diversity and equal opportunity in our trust and its schools, and we provide a support system to ensure that all our trainees are able to reach their full potential.

The training programme itself is school-based and you will spend half a day every week in a session with your Ark tutor and other trainees from the network.

Salary Details

Graduate Teaching Apprenticeship £21,731 + £9,250 tuition fees paid by Lift Schools (£25,758 in London).

Tuition-Fee Route - Up to £30,000 per annum Bursary/Scholarship*

*Degree dependent: 1st or 2:1 = Scholarship of £31,000, 2:1 or 2:2 = Bursary of £29,000 (Scholarships and Bursaries are Tax-Free).

2nd Year guaranteed salary of £31,650 (£36,413 in London).

Information about the School

Greensward Academy is an 11-19 comprehensive school based in Hockley in Essex. It is part of Lift Schools, a multi-academy sponsor which aims to provide the opportunity for all young learners to fulfil their real potential. The school is graded Good by Ofsted and its results are strong, particularly in the Sixth Form which is in the top 3% nationally and top in Essex according to DfE Post 16 Performance Tables.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

Contact Information

Greensward Academy
Greensward Ln, Hockley
Essex, SS5 5HG Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

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