Trainee Chemistry Teacher (Initial Teacher Training) - Salaried route (Z711)
About this role
Trainee Chemistry Teacher – Salaried ITT Route (PGCE & QTS)
Location: Birmingham, West Midlands (Lift Four Dwellings Secondary)
Salary: £24,444
Contract Type: 1 Year, Full-Time (Fixed Term)
Start Date: August 2027 (Summer School: 2–13 August 2027)
Closing Date: 20 June 2027
Recruitment Partner: Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency
About the Opportunity
Are you looking to turn your passion for Chemistry into a rewarding career in education—without taking on university tuition fees?
At Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency, we are proud to partner with Lift Schools to present this salaried Initial Teacher Training (ITT) opportunity at Lift Four Dwellings Secondary. Delivered in partnership with Ark Teacher Training, this 1-year, school-based route lets you earn a full salary while working toward your Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
You will spend the year gaining real classroom experience, putting pedagogical theory into practice, and building your teaching confidence inside a supportive, welcoming school environment.
Key Programme Highlights
100% Salaried – No Tuition Fees: Earn £24,444 while you train, with full coverage of your training fees.
Hands-on Classroom Experience: Teach as an unqualified Chemistry teacher from day one, gradually taking on more independent responsibility.
1-on-1 Guidance: Continuous support from a dedicated in-school coach and personal subject tutor.
Weekly Dedicated Training: Spend half a day each week in training alongside a collaborative cohort of fellow trainees across the Ark Teacher Training and Lift Schools networks.
Comprehensive Summer School: Kick off your journey with a two-week intensive session (2–13 August 2027) covering lesson planning, behaviour management, and core educational theory.
About the Placement School
Lift Four Dwellings Secondary is known as a "small school with a big heart." Under strong leadership, the school provides a nurturing, ambitious, and inclusive environment where students and staff thrive together. As part of Lift Schools (a nationwide trust of 62 schools), you’ll benefit from a massive peer network during your training year and into your Early Career Framework (ECF) years.
Candidate Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for this salaried ITT position, you must meet the following requirements:
Degree: An undergraduate degree (2:2 classification or higher) completed by the start of the programme. A degree in Chemistry or a related field is preferred (or a strong A-Level in Chemistry at Grade C or above).
GCSEs: Grade 4 (C) or above in GCSE English & Mathematics (or equivalent).
Teaching Status: Must not currently hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
Work Rights: Right to live and work in the UK for the duration of the training year.
How Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency Supports You
When you apply through Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency, you get more than just a job application. We provide:
Pre-Application Guidance: We review your background and credentials to ensure you meet all ITT entry criteria.
Interview & Application Prep: Dedicated coaching on school-based recruitment expectations and safeguarding checks.
Ongoing Candidate Support: A dedicated recruitment contact to guide you from initial application through onboard checking.