Job title: Trainee Physics Teacher
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Secondary
Functional Expertise: Support
Salary type: Annual
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Lewisham
Job published: 14-07-2026
Job ID: 122428

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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