Salaried Teacher Training Programme – Secondary Schools

Nottingham | £22,000–£27,000 salary | ASAP or October 2026 start

Looking to Get Into Teaching?

If you're thinking about becoming a teacher but would like to gain experience in a school first, this could be a good opportunity for you.

Our 2-year salaried teacher training programme allows you to work in a secondary school while developing your skills and working towards becoming a qualified teacher.

You will earn a salary throughout the programme and receive support and training along the way.

Your First Year – Building School Experience

You will spend your first year working as a Cover Supervisor in a secondary school in Nottingham.

This will give you the opportunity to get used to the school environment, work with pupils and develop your confidence in the classroom.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering lessons using materials provided by teachers
• Managing classrooms and supporting positive behaviour
• Supporting pupils with their learning
• Working with teachers and other members of school staff
• Observing experienced teachers
• Taking part in training and development sessions
• Developing your confidence and understanding of secondary education

This first year is designed to give you a strong foundation before progressing into formal teacher training.

Your Second Year – Train to Become a Qualified Teacher

In year two, you will move into formal teacher training while continuing to work within a school.

You will work towards your:

• PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate in Education)
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Alongside your studies, you will continue to gain classroom experience and gradually take on more responsibility for teaching.

You will also have access to mentoring, guidance and ongoing professional development throughout the year.

What You Will Receive

• £22,000–£25,000 salary
• Fully funded PGCE and QTS
• No tuition fees
• Two years of paid school-based experience
• Support from experienced teachers and mentors
• Regular training and professional development
• A clear route into a teaching career
• Opportunities to progress into a permanent teaching position

Who Can Apply?

We are looking for graduates who are interested in developing a career in secondary education.

You should:

• Have a UK bachelor's degree or equivalent
• Be interested in working with young people
• Have good communication skills
• Be organised, reliable and motivated
• Be willing to learn and develop
• Be committed to a career in teaching

Previous teaching experience is not essential. The programme is suitable for graduates as well as people looking to make a career change.

Programme Details

Location: Nottingham secondary school
Salary: £22,000–£25,000
Start date: ASAP or October 2026
Duration: 2 years
Qualification: PGCE + QTS
Applications: Open now

Interested?

If you're ready to start working towards a career in teaching while earning a salary and gaining practical experience, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply now for an ASAP or October 2026 start in Nottingham.

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