Shenley Brook End School, Trainee Maths​/Science Teacher, ARK Teacher Training

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!

• Engage in daily professional development activities
• Plan, resource and deliver lessons to the highest possible standard that ensure learning and progress of all pupils
• Provide a nurturing classroom and academy environment that helps pupils to develop as learners
• Help to maintain and establish discipline across the whole school
• 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 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 within recruitment of our trainees and within the training. Pupils benefit from seeing themselves reflected in a diverse teaching body, which broadens their perceptions and world‑views. Ark Schools are committed to attracting, developing and retaining a diverse workforce, with a broad range of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.