Shenley Brook End School, Trainee Maths​/Science Teacher

Shenley Brook End School - Trainee Maths/Science Teacher

Locations: Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire

Tax free bursary: Up to £29,000

Closing date: Recruitment is running on a rolling basis until places are full - early applications are advised.

Starting: September 2026

“The work you are doing is meaningful and directly impacts the future of the kids in your responsibility, and that’s one of the best feelings in the world.” Kwaku, Maths trainee

You will be training to be a Maths or Science Teacher - this is a great opportunity to train to teach outstanding lessons and therefore help pupils achieve excellent academic results in Maths or Science.

Join our 15th cohort on our ‘Outstanding’ (OFSTED, 2022) Teacher Training programme this September! Last year saw over 200 trainees join the programme and we are already looking forward to our next cohort, which you could be part of!

• 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 academy 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

• Grade C/4 or above in Maths GCSE and English Language GCSE (or equivalent)
• An undergraduate bachelor’s degree or will hold (or equivalent) prior to beginning your Initial Teacher Training
• A degree or A level in Maths/ Science/ a related subject
• 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

Our programme places heavy emphasis on diversity both within recruitment of our trainees and within the training. It’s incredibly important that pupils have a rich and diverse teaching body to learn from; they’re able to see themselves in positions of leadership and authority, while their perceptions and world-views are broadened.

Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people; all successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Ark Schools are committed to attracting, developing and retaining a diverse workforce, with a broad range of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.