Future Teachers Programme – Core Subject Graduates
Location: Blackburn
Start Date: September 2026
Subjects: English, Mathematics, Science
Are you a university graduate in a core subject looking to begin your journey into teaching in the Blackburn area?
We are recruiting English, Maths and Science graduates to join our Future Teachers Programme, working within mainstream secondary schools across Blackburn from September 2026. This programme is ideal for graduates who are passionate about education and want to gain valuable school-based experience before moving into formal teacher training.
About the Programme:
- Work closely with teaching staff in Blackburn secondary schools
- Gain hands-on classroom experience across KS3 and KS4
- Support pupils’ learning, progress, and engagement
- Learn effective classroom management and teaching strategies
- Receive mentoring and professional guidance from experienced educators
- Prepare for future teacher training routes (PGCE / SCITT / School Direct)
Who We’re Looking For:
- Graduates (or final-year students) in English, Mathematics or Science
- A strong interest in pursuing a teaching career in Blackburn
- Confident communicators with a positive and proactive mindset
- Enthusiastic, resilient individuals eager to make a difference
- Commitment to working in a secondary school environment
Why Join the Future Teachers Programme in Blackburn?
- A clear and supported pathway into teacher training
- Paid, practical experience in local Blackburn schools
- Ongoing development, coaching, and mentoring
- Opportunity to build confidence before committing to teacher training
- Make a meaningful impact on young people in your local community
Whether you are fully committed to becoming a teacher or want to explore the profession first-hand, our Future Teachers Programme in Blackburn offers the perfect foundation.
Apply now to start your teaching journey in Blackburn from September 2026.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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