Chemistry Teacher Training
Locations: London, Birmingham, Portsmouth, Hastings (full list of Ark Schools here)
Salaries from: £21,106 - £26,471 (based on region)
Bursaries and scholarships from: £10,000 – £30,000 (applies to eligible trainees starting September 2025)
Closing date: Rolling recruitment process until training places are full, early applications are strongly advised
Starting: September 2025
About the role:
You will be training to be a Chemistry teacher - this is a great opportunity to train to teach outstanding lessons and therefore help pupils achieve excellent academic results in your subject.
In this role, you will engage in rigorous and continuous professional development to exceed the minimum level of practice expected of teachers as defined in the Teachers’ Standards. You will be able to demonstrate consistently high standards of personal and professional conduct, and be a role-model, positively impacting the academy more widely.
About Ark Teacher Training:
Ark Teacher Training (ATT) is a school-based programme offering the perfect mixture of theory and classroom practice to develop you into the best teacher you can be. Our training is comprehensive and practical; you will be able to achieve your QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) and PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate in Education) all in one year. Our programme is rated as outstanding in all categories by Ofsted and is incredibly supportive and bespoke, meaning you can progress at your own pace.
Key requirements:
* Grade C/4 or above in Maths GCSE and English Language GCSE (or equivalent) and a science GCSE (for primary teaching)
* An undergraduate bachelor’s degree or will hold (or equivalent) prior to beginning your Initial Teacher Training
* A degree or A level in your teaching subject / a related subject (not applicable to primary)
* Evidence of a commitment to working with young people
* Experience of overcoming challenges successfully
* Ability to demonstrate consistently high standards of personal and professional conduct
* An aptitude for teaching
Key responsibilities:
* To engage in daily professional development activities
* To plan, resource and deliver lessons to the highest possible standard that ensure learning and progress of all pupils
* To provide a nurturing classroom and school environment that helps pupils to develop as learners
* To help to maintain/establish discipline across the whole school
* To contribute to the effective working of the school
How to Apply:
Applications can be made directly through our website here.
If you’re applying through the DfE ‘Apply’ form, please see our subjects here to ensure you apply for the correct route. (All hired candidates will eventually need to complete the DfE’s Apply form).
We are committed to attracting, developing and retaining a diverse workforce, with a broad range of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We have therefore taken steps to address our own internal bias and consider how our recruitment practices are impacting diversity - you can find more information here.
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