Job Description
Trainee Physics Teacher | Lewisham
Are you a Physics graduate looking to turn your passion for science into an inspiring teaching career? This Trainee Physics Teacher opportunity in Lewisham provides a fantastic opportunity to earn a £29,000 salary while completing your teacher training within a successful secondary school before progressing onto the Teacher Pay Scale the following academic year.
As a Trainee Physics Teacher, you'll work closely with experienced Science teachers, gradually developing your teaching practice through structured mentoring, protected training time and hands-on classroom experience. From supporting practical investigations to delivering engaging lessons, you'll build the confidence and expertise needed to become an outstanding Physics Teacher.
This school has a strong commitment to STEM education, with well-equipped laboratories, a collaborative Science department and a proven record of developing trainee teachers into permanent members of staff.
Permanent | £29,000 during training
What the school can offer a Trainee Physics Teacher:
- A salaried route to Qualified Teacher Status
- Progression onto the Teacher Pay Scale following successful completion
- Dedicated mentoring from experienced Physics specialists
- Reduced teaching timetable during your training year
- Modern laboratories with excellent practical resources
- Weekly CPD focused on pedagogy, assessment and behaviour management
- Excellent career progression within an ambitious Science department
Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting and gradually teaching Physics lessons across KS3 and KS4
- Delivering engaging practical and theoretical learning experiences
- Planning lessons with guidance from experienced mentors
- Monitoring pupil progress and adapting teaching strategies
- Supporting intervention sessions and examination preparation
- Becoming fully involved in departmental enrichment opportunities
The successful Trainee Physics Teacher will:
- Hold A-Levels (or equivalent qualifications) and a BA degree in Physics or a closely related discipline
- Demonstrate outstanding subject knowledge
- Have aspirations of becoming an exceptional Physics Teacher
- Be an excellent communicator with high expectations
- Be enthusiastic, reflective and committed to professional development
Interviews are taking place this week for this Trainee Physics Teacher opportunity.
If you are looking for a Trainee Physics Teacher role where you can earn while you train and begin an exciting career in education, this is an excellent Lewisham opportunity.
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