Mayfield School Ark Trainee Science Teacher

About the role

You will be training to be a Science Teacher – an opportunity to develop outstanding lessons and help pupils achieve excellent academic results in Science.

• 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 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 and training. It’s incredibly important that pupils have a rich and diverse teaching body to learn from; they’re able to see themselves in leadership positions and their world‑views are broadened.

Starting date:
September 2026.

Location:

Portsmouth.

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.