Teacher Training Scholarships

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Applications are now open for the 2026/27 academic year. Final deadline for applications is 17th July 2026.

If you have a passion for chemistry and want to inspire the next generation of scientists, then a teacher training scholarship from the [Employer hidden] can help you on your way.

Each year the [Employer hidden] award tax-free funding to up to 120 talented individuals entering chemistry teacher training in England.

Our Initial Teacher Training (ITT) Scholarship scheme is run in partnership with the [Department for Education](https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-education).

The benefits of a scholarship

As an RSC scholar, you’ll receive both financial and practical support to help you make the most of your studies and thrive in your career. Benefits include:

• £31,000 tax-free funding from the Department for Education
• free classroom materials including books, posters and a lab coat
• mentoring by an expert chemistry teacher
• programme of Professional Development events (covering hands-on practical training)
• free online courses on key concepts in teaching chemistry
• networking opportunities with the scholar community
• opportunities to engage with the [Employer hidden] beyond the scholarship year

Our scholars also get free [membership of the [Employer hidden]](https://www.rsc.org/membership) for two years. This includes:

• [Education in Chemistry](https://edu.rsc.org/eic) termly magazine, with news, reviews and opinions written by teachers for teachers
• access to national and regional networks for chemistry teachers and trainee teachers
• up to a third off books from top scientific publishers
• assistance if you need it from our [Chemists' Community Fund](https://www.rsc.org/funding-and-support/chemists-community-fund)

Find out about eligibility and how to apply here:

Hear from our teacher training scholars

• [Nathan, RSC Scholar](https://youtu.be/h2Htct1-C-g?si=dK4nurSgPBsB_7RV)
• [Abi, RSC Scholar](https://youtu.be/GW1hYMkiGzo?si=saQjqbWc96AWnGIp)

You can find out more about the scholarship scheme and hear from previous scholars in our [short online video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2g-pNtLXrak). Hear what coaches have to say and find out what support they provide.

Company

The [Employer hidden] is the largest organisation in Europe for advancing excellence in the chemical sciences. Supported by a worldwide network of members and an international publishing business, our activities span education, conferences, science policy and the promotion of chemistry to the public.

The RSC has a broad range of diverse career opportunities. Our teams are highly motivated and successful with our employees citing 'the people' as the best thing about working at the RSC. Working for the RSC provides a great opportunity to keep up to date with the latest developments in science without working in a lab.