Graduate Teacher Training

Graduate Teacher Training Programme – Bournemouth – Start September 2025

Are you a graduate looking to kick-start a rewarding and long-term career in education? Our Graduate Teacher Training Programme in Bournemouth is the perfect opportunity for passionate, motivated individuals who are ready to step into the classroom and build a future as a qualified teacher.

This full-time role offers the ideal blend of practical classroom experience and professional development, designed to prepare you for a successful transition into salaried teacher training and ultimately achieve Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

Programme Overview:

Starting in September 2025, this programme will place you in a supportive secondary school in the Bournemouth area, working as a Graduate Teaching Assistant during your first year. You’ll work closely with experienced educators and gain invaluable insight into the teaching profession. Following this initial year, successful candidates will be supported to progress onto a salaried teacher training route, starting in September 2026, with the goal of earning a PGCE and QTS.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work across a range of subjects, supporting pupils of all abilities
• Deliver targeted small group interventions and assist with one-to-one support
• Learn classroom management and teaching techniques by shadowing experienced staff
• Assist with lesson planning, resource creation, and marking
• Support extra-curricular activities, pastoral care, and school events
• Gain a real understanding of school culture, policies, and educational practice

Who Can Apply:

We welcome applications from graduates in any subject area – your degree does not need to match the subject you ultimately wish to teach. What matters most is your enthusiasm, commitment to education, and willingness to learn. This programme is ideal for:

• Graduates looking for meaningful, full-time work in a school setting
• Future educators keen to progress into a teaching qualification
• Individuals interested in making a long-term difference in students’ lives

What You’ll Gain:

• A clear route into a teaching career with paid, practical experience
• Mentorship and training from qualified teachers and senior leaders
• The opportunity to move onto salaried teacher training with QTS after one year
• Competitive pay and potential for progression
• Access to Teaching Personnel's CPD academy for further training
• A chance to test the waters of teaching before committing to further study

How to Apply:

If you're ready to take your first steps toward becoming a teacher and want to begin that journey in Bournemouth, apply today! Send your CV to the details provided!

Start building your future in teaching today – we look forward to supporting you every step of the way!

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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.
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