Salaried Teacher Training Programme – Poole, Dorset

January Start | £23,000-£27,000 per annum

Are you a graduate considering a career in teaching but looking to gain valuable classroom experience before committing to formal teacher training?

Our two-year Salaried Teacher Training Programme offers an exciting opportunity to earn while you learn within a supportive secondary school in Poole, Dorset. You'll gain practical classroom experience, develop essential teaching skills, and work towards becoming a fully qualified teacher through a funded training pathway.

Your Two-Year Journey

Year 1 | Gain Classroom Experience as a Cover Supervisor

In your first year, you'll join a secondary school in Poole as a Cover Supervisor, working alongside experienced teachers and support staff while building the foundations of a successful teaching career.

You'll:

• Supervise classes and deliver pre-planned lessons across a range of subjects.
• Support pupils with their learning and encourage positive classroom engagement.
• Develop strong classroom management and behaviour management skills.
• Build professional relationships with students, teachers and school staff.
• Gain a thorough understanding of school life, safeguarding and education practice.
• Learn from experienced teaching professionals and receive ongoing support.
• Develop the confidence and skills required to progress into teacher training.

This first year is designed to give you meaningful school-based experience, helping you decide if teaching is the right career for you while earning a competitive salary.

Year 2 | Begin Your Teacher Training

Having gained valuable school experience, you'll progress into a trainee teacher role and begin your formal teacher training journey.

During your second year, you will:

• Plan and deliver your own lessons.
• Develop your teaching practice with guidance from experienced mentors.
• Assess pupil progress and provide effective feedback.
• Take increasing responsibility within the classroom.
• Complete a fully funded PGCE.
• Work towards achieving Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Prepare for your first role as a qualified teacher.

What's Included?

• £23,000-£27,000 annual salary
• Fully funded PGCE
• Opportunity to achieve Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Hands-on classroom experience from day one
• Two years based within a supportive secondary school in Poole
• Dedicated mentoring and professional support
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• A clear pathway into a long-term teaching career

Who We're Looking For

We're seeking enthusiastic and motivated graduates who are passionate about education and making a positive difference to young people's lives.

This programme is ideal for:

• Recent graduates considering a career in teaching
• Career changers looking to move into education
• Individuals with experience working with young people
• Aspiring teachers seeking a salaried route into the profession

Eligibility Requirements

To be considered for this programme, you must:

• Hold a bachelor's degree in any subject.
• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Be able to commit to the full two-year programme.
• Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Have a positive, resilient and professional attitude.
• Be committed to pursuing a career in teaching.

If you're looking to gain valuable classroom experience, earn while you learn, and work towards becoming a qualified teacher within a secondary school in Poole, Dorset, we'd love to hear from you.

Location: Poole, Dorset
Start Date: January 2027
Salary: £23,000-£27,000 per annum
Qualification Outcome: PGCE & Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Eligibility: Bachelor's Degree Required | Right to Work in the UK Required