Job title: Trainee Science Teacher
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Secondary
Functional Expertise: Teacher
Salary type: Annual
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Southwark
Job published: 13-03-2025
Job ID: 99782

Job Description

Trainee Science Teacher | Southwark | September 2025

Are you a Science graduate passionate about inspiring the next generation? Are you eager to begin your journey towards Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in a supportive and dynamic school environment?

Ribbons & Reeves are working with a high-performing secondary school in Southwark to recruit a Trainee Science Teacher for September 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity to train as a Science Teacher while gaining hands-on classroom experience and receiving expert guidance from an experienced Science department.

Trainee Science Teacher – The Role:

  • Start Date: September 2025
  • Location: Southwark, South East London
  • Train on a salaried route (£28,000) towards QTS through a well-established teacher training programme
  • Gain experience teaching KS3 and KS4 Science (with opportunities for KS5 specialism)
  • Mentorship provided by experienced Science Teachers and Senior Leaders

What the School Offers:

  • Outstanding training and development through a structured teacher training programme
  • A dedicated mentor to guide you through your training year
  • Innovative and modern Science facilities to enhance practical learning
  • A supportive and collaborative teaching team committed to your success

Who Are We Looking For?

  • Science graduate with a 2:1 or above (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or a related field)
  • Passionate about science education and inspiring young minds
  • Ambitious, resilient, and eager to learn and develop as a teacher
  • Previous school-based experience (e.g., tutoring, volunteering) is desirable but not essential

If you are a Science graduate ready to take the next step towards a rewarding career in teaching, we want to hear from you!

Click ‘Apply’ to submit your CV or contact Fiona Crosby at Ribbons & Reeves for more information.

Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters, specialising in helping future educators secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Trainee Science Teacher position in Southwark. For other opportunities, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’ on our website.

Trainee Science Teacher | Southwark | September 2025