Trainee Teacher of Chemistry

Summary

We have an excellent opportunity for either a career changer or recent well qualified graduate to train as a Teacher of Chemistry at North London Collegiate School.

Detail

TRAINEE TEACHER OF CHEMISTRY

Full Time

Required from April or September 2026 (or sooner)

Have you ever thought about a career in teaching?

We have an excellent opportunity for either a career changer or recent well qualified graduate to train as a Teacher of Chemistry at North London Collegiate School. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to a community that is redefining excellence in girls’ education. The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026 has named NLCS the Independent Secondary School of the Year 2026, and we are proud to be ranked the No. 1 girls’ school in the country. This prestigious accolade reflects our outstanding academic achievement as well as the depth, breadth, and vibrancy of school life.

With additional awards for Independent International Baccalaureate School of the Year 2026 and Independent Secondary School of the Year in London 2026, NLCS offers an inspiring environment where passionate teachers are empowered to innovate, spark curiosity, and help girls achieve remarkable things.

Here at North London Collegiate School, we are committed to supporting colleagues that wish to begin a career in teaching, either as a first job following graduation or switching to teaching from another profession. We have an established partnership with the University of Buckingham through which we offer an on-the-job route to qualification, with no prior teaching experience required.

About the course / training

This is an employment-based route where you can work as a teacher and train to be a qualified teacher at the same time.

The course lasts for 37 weeks and covers a full and demanding curriculum. You learn whilst working in the classroom, fully supported by a Mentor along with participating in a blended learning programme provided by a team of experienced practitioners working with the School and University. You will be assigned a Tutor employed by the University who will visit you and work with you throughout the year. This course will support you as you develop your identity as a teacher and help you to find and refine your own teaching style.

About you

You are passionate and enthusiastic about Chemistry, driven by a desire to spark curiosity and help students understand the world through science. You have or are working towards the minimum required qualification of a Bachelor’s Degree in a related subject (2:2 or above) and are eager to continue growing professionally. You thrive in a collaborative environment and are excited to work alongside, and learn from, experienced colleagues who are experts in their field. Most importantly, you are committed to investing the time, energy, and dedication needed to develop your vocation and make a meaningful, lasting impact on our highly academic students’ learning.

About the School

NLCS enjoys a great degree of academic success, which is a testament to the subject expertise and passion of the teachers who work here. We regularly feature at the very top of academic league tables. Whilst examination success is only part of the picture at NLCS, joining our team of teachers in this aspirational environment provides a first-class career opportunity.

We teach a broad, flexible curriculum which goes beyond exam requirements. All staff participate in the vibrant extra curricular life of the school, and we offer an extensive range of clubs, societies, exchanges and trips to a variety of locations around the world.

Entry requirements for candidates are a first- or second-class bachelor’s degree (or equivalent of) in a relevant subject, in addition to passions for their subject and a desire to work with young people.

We can offer:

A positive working environment within an extremely well-resourced school where excellent relationships between staff and students are the norm, expectations are high and students perform very well as a consequence.

A highly competitive salary structure based on, but substantially above, national scales. This role will be paid according to experience and qualifications.

For candidates looking to relocate, subsidised accommodation on site may be available.

The opportunity to develop professionally; improve and extend your knowledge; develop skills and experience; share outstanding and innovative practice; and contribute to the development of a challenging and supportive learning environment in and outside of the classroom.

A strong supportive leadership team that prioritises student and staff health and well-being.

Other benefits include membership of the TPS, free lunches during term time, season ticket loan, Employee Assistant Programme, free use of the swimming pool and fitness suite, Cycle to Work and Eye Care Schemes, and fee remission.

How to make an application:

Please read the attached Job Description before completing your application.

To apply, please complete the My New Term Application Form using the Supporting Statement section of the form to detail your suitability for the role, how your knowledge, experience and training meet the person specification and your motivation for applying to NLCS. This is in place of a covering letter.

The vacancy closes on Monday 12th January 2026 at 7.00am; however, early application is advised as we reserve the right to close the advert early should a suitable applicant be found.

Longlist Interview date: Thursday 15th January 2026 via Teams.

Final Interview date: Monday 19th January 2026 .

If you have any questions or would like to discuss this role further, please contact the NLCS Recruitment Team at recruitment@nlcs.org.uk or telephone the School on 0208 952 0912

NLCS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all members of all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must declare any criminal convictions as the post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Appointments will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via the Disclosure and Barring Service and references from previous employers. We are an Equal Opportunities employer.

Website: www.nlcs.org.uk

School Address: Canons, Canons Drive, Edgware, Middlesex HA8 7RJ

Documents

• JD Trainee Teacher of Chemistry Dec 25 PDF Document