Future Teachers Programme - Swindon

Train to Teach from January 2027 with Teaching Personnel

Are you a graduate, career changer, or someone looking for a meaningful and rewarding profession?

Teaching Personnel is recruiting ambitious future teachers to join an Exceptional-rated school-based teacher training programme starting in January 2027. Based in Swindon, with placements across the surrounding area, this is an opportunity to gain practical classroom experience while working towards becoming a qualified teacher.

This programme is built around the belief that every trainee can succeed with the right support, expert guidance, and high expectations. You'll be encouraged to develop your own teaching style, build confidence in the classroom, and make a lasting difference to the lives of young people.

Your Training Journey

The programme is structured over two years, providing a supportive route into teaching while allowing you to gradually develop your skills and confidence.

Year 1 - Future Teacher Placement

You'll spend the academic year working within a secondary school, gaining invaluable classroom experience and learning directly from experienced teachers. During this time you'll:

• Support pupils in lessons and small group interventions
• Develop classroom management techniques
• Learn effective teaching strategies
• Build confidence working with young people
• Receive ongoing guidance from school leaders and Teaching Personnel

This year is designed to prepare you for formal teacher training and strengthen your application for the next stage of the programme.

Year 2 - Initial Teacher Training

Successful candidates will progress onto a nationally recognised teacher training route, where you'll work towards:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• The option to achieve a PGCE
• Learning through hands-on classroom practice from day one
• Expert mentoring and instructional coaching
• Research-led professional development
• Outstanding employment opportunities upon completion

Why Choose This Programme?

• A clear two-year pathway into teaching
• Real classroom experience from the beginning
• Exceptional teacher training with expert support
• A strong focus on professional growth and wellbeing
• Opportunities to train locally and make a difference within your community
• Access to a wide network of schools and experienced educators

Who We're Looking For

We're keen to hear from people who:

• Hold or are working towards a degree
• Are passionate about education and helping young people succeed
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Are resilient, reflective, and eager to learn
• Are considering a long-term career in teaching

Whether you're finishing university, working in industry, or looking for a career change, this programme offers a supported route into the profession.

Location

Placements are primarily based in Swindon, with opportunities for candidates travelling from Royal Wootton Bassett, Chippenham, Marlborough, Cirencester, Highworth, Calne, Devizes, Hungerford, and surrounding areas.

Apply Now

If you're ready to start a rewarding career and become the teacher that inspires the next generation, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today through Teaching Personnel's Future Teachers Programme and begin your journey towards Qualified Teacher Status with a January 2027 start.