Future Teacher Programme

Salaried Teacher Training Programme – Secondary

Location: Cambridge
Salary: £23,000–£27,000 per annum
Start Date: November 2026
Contract: 2-year salaried programme
Qualification: PGCE + QTS

Teaching Personnel are working in partnership with secondary schools across Cambridge to recruit enthusiastic graduates and career changers for an exciting salaried teacher training programme, starting in November 2026.

If you are passionate about working with young people and are considering a career in teaching, this is an excellent opportunity to earn while you learn, gain valuable classroom experience and work towards becoming a qualified teacher.

Whether you're a recent graduate exploring your first career move or an experienced professional looking for a rewarding change of direction, this programme offers a structured and supported pathway into teaching.

About the Programme

This two-year programme provides a structured route into teaching, combining paid school-based experience with fully funded teacher training.

During your first year, you will work as a Cover Supervisor, gaining hands-on experience of life in a secondary school. You will work alongside experienced teachers, develop your classroom management skills and gain a genuine understanding of what it takes to be an effective teacher.

Following a successful first year, you will progress into formal teacher training and work towards achieving your PGCE and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

Year 1 – Cover Supervisor

Your first year will focus on developing your confidence, classroom experience and understanding of the secondary school environment.

As a Cover Supervisor, you may be responsible for:

• Supervising lessons using work and resources provided by teaching staff
• Maintaining a positive and productive learning environment
• Supporting pupils with their classwork
• Managing classroom behaviour in line with school expectations
• Building positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Working alongside teachers and support staff
• Observing experienced teachers
• Taking part in training and professional development
• Developing your communication, organisation and classroom management skills

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain meaningful school experience from day one, while receiving support and guidance from experienced education professionals.

Year 2 – Teacher Training

Once you have successfully completed your first year, you will progress into formal teacher training within a school environment.

You will work towards:

• PGCE – Postgraduate Certificate in Education
• QTS – Qualified Teacher Status

Throughout your training, you will receive ongoing mentoring and support as you develop your teaching practice.

You will gradually take on greater responsibility for planning and delivering lessons, receive regular feedback and put your training into practice within the classroom.

What We Can Offer You

• £23,000–£27,000 salary
• Fully funded PGCE and QTS
• No tuition fees
• Two years of paid school-based experience
• Dedicated mentoring and support
• High-quality training and professional development
• A structured pathway into teaching
• Valuable classroom experience from day one
• The opportunity to build strong professional relationships within a school
• Potential opportunities for a permanent teaching position following successful qualification

About You

We are looking for graduates and career changers who are enthusiastic about education and committed to developing a rewarding career working with young people.

To be considered, you will need:

• A UK bachelor's degree or equivalent
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to build positive relationships with young people
• A professional, reliable and flexible approach
• A willingness to learn and take feedback on board
• Good organisational skills
• A genuine desire to become a qualified teacher

Previous teaching or classroom experience is not essential.

You could be a recent graduate looking to begin your career, or an experienced professional considering a career change into teaching. Transferable skills gained through other industries and roles can be extremely valuable in the classroom.

What matters most is your enthusiasm, resilience, willingness to learn and commitment to making a positive difference to young people's education.

Why Teaching Personnel?

Teaching Personnel is the UK's leading education recruitment agency, supporting schools and education professionals across the country.

Our dedicated consultants will support you throughout the recruitment process, helping you understand the opportunity and guiding you through the next steps.

You'll also benefit from our knowledge of the education sector and ongoing support as you develop your career.

Key Information

Location: Cambridge
Salary: £23,000–£27,000 per annum
Start Date: November 2026
Duration: 2 years
Role: Cover Supervisor progressing to Teacher Training
Qualification: PGCE + QTS
Experience: No previous teaching experience required

Apply Today

If you're ready to take the first step towards a rewarding career in teaching while earning a salary, gaining valuable classroom experience and working towards qualified teacher status, we'd love to hear from you.

With a November 2026 start, this is a great opportunity to begin your journey into teaching this autumn.

Apply today to be considered for the Salaried Teacher Training Programme in Cambridge.

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