STEM Graduate Teacher Training | PGCE QTS in 12 Months Starting Salary £26,761 | Burnley | Accrington | Blackburn | September 2026 Are you a Chemistry, Physics, or Mathematics graduate wondering what comes next? Do you want to turn your passion for STEM into a career that genuinely makes a difference? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you. We are looking for enthusiastic STEM graduates — or aspiring teachers with strong A-levels in Chemistry, Physics, or Mathematics — to join our teacher training programme across our secondary schools in Burnley, Accrington, and Blackburn. What's the opportunity? Earn while you train from day one with a £26,761 starting salary. In just 12 months you will gain both a PGCE and QTS — nationally recognised qualifications that open doors to teaching roles across England. Our programme is Ofsted 'Outstanding' rated with a 95% trainee success rate, combining real classroom experience with structured academic study. How does the training work? We use a 41 model — four days a week in school, with Wednesdays dedicated to online PGCE study and professional development. September – December: observe lessons, team-teach with your mentor, and build your classroom confidence January – March: take the lead on planning and delivering lessons, and develop your assessment skills April – July: teach independently, refine your practice, and complete your PGCE and QTS What's on offer? £26,761 starting salary — earn from day one PGCE QTS in 12 months Ofsted 'Outstanding' rated programme with 95% success rate Structured mentorship from experienced STEM teachers Modern science labs and well-equipped maths classrooms Access to STEM clubs, competitions, and enrichment programmes Schools well connected by road and rail across East Lancashire What do you need? A degree in Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, or a closely related STEM subject (2:1 or above preferred), or strong A-levels in these subjects A genuine passion for STEM and for working with young people Strong communication and organisational skills A commitment to developing as a teacher A driving licence is recommended as the role spans three schools across East Lancashire, though all sites are accessible by public transport. Interviews are ongoing for a September 2026 start. Apply now by contacting Michael at KPI Education. INDEDU