Kash is a Talented Trainee Chemistry Teacher at King's College London | Available for September 2026
Kash is an enthusiastic and knowledgeable trainee Chemistry teacher who will complete his PGCE with QTS at King’s College London in 2026. With a First-Class Chemistry degree from Queen Mary University and extensive experience supporting science education prior to training, he brings both strong subject expertise and practical classroom insight.
Kash is now seeking a permanent ECT position within a supportive science department where he can continue to refine his teaching practice and inspire students to develop curiosity, confidence, and critical thinking through science. Confident, reflective, and highly motivated, he is eager to make a positive contribution to school life from the start of his teaching career.
Education & Qualifications
- PGCE Chemistry with QTS: King’s College London (2025–2026)
- BSc (Hons) Chemistry: Queen Mary University of London - First-Class Honours
- A Levels: Chemistry (A), Physics (C), Mathematics (C)
- GCSEs: 9 including Mathematics, English and Sciences (Grades 9–5)
Experience Summary
Kash combines strong academic subject knowledge with valuable hands-on experience in school laboratories and classrooms. Through his teacher training placements and previous work as a Science Technician, he has developed a well-rounded understanding of how to deliver engaging science lessons and support students to succeed in practical and theoretical learning.
- Teaching Chemistry and Science across Key Stages 3–5 during PGCE placements, planning lessons, adapting teaching approaches for different ability groups, and working closely with mentors to refine classroom practice.
- Experienced in assessing student progress through marking and feedback, while also participating in parents’ evenings and department collaboration to support student development.
- Previously worked as a Laboratory Technician in a high-performing secondary school, preparing experiments, supporting practical lessons, and ensuring laboratories met COSHH and CLEAPPS safety standards.
- Demonstrated strong technical understanding by preparing reagents, testing experiments to ensure reliable outcomes, and supporting teachers and students during practical science activities.
- Earlier experience as a Science Technician supporting practical lessons across all science disciplines, helping students understand experimental methods and maintain safe laboratory practice.
Key Strengths
- Strong subject knowledge in Chemistry across inorganic, organic, and physical chemistry
- Excellent practical laboratory expertise supporting safe and effective science experiments
- Confident classroom presence developed through teaching placements across KS3–KS5
- Adaptable teaching style tailored to different abilities and learning needs
- Collaborative team member who values mentorship and departmental support
- Passionate about inspiring curiosity and scientific thinking in young people