Teacher Training

Future Teachers Programme – Start Your Teaching Career in Bristol

Are you a graduate with a passion for education?
If you’re considering a career in teaching but would like hands-on classroom experience first, the Future Teachers Programme with Teaching Personnel could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Start Date: September 2025
Location: Secondary schools across Bristol

What is the Future Teachers Programme?

The programme is designed to provide graduates with practical school-based experience before starting formal teacher training. It’s an ideal way to build confidence, gain insight into the profession, and decide whether teaching is the right career path for you.

About the Role

As a Cover Supervisor in a Bristol secondary school, you will:

• Lead classes during short-term teacher absences.
• Ensure students complete pre-set work in a focused, positive learning environment.
• Manage classroom behaviour and encourage student engagement.
• There is no requirement for lesson planning, marking, or active teaching—your role is to supervise and guide students.

Benefits of Joining

• Full-time working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
• Earn while gaining valuable school-based experience
• Access discounted professional development courses through Teaching Personnel
• Work closely with experienced teaching staff and senior leaders for guidance and support
• Paid via PAYE—no umbrella companies involved

Subject Specialisms

We welcome graduates with interests or expertise in a wide range of subjects, including:

• Mathematics
• English
• Science
• History
• Geography
• Religious Studies
• Modern Foreign Languages
• Technology

What You’ll Gain

• Valuable classroom experience to support future teacher training applications
• Opportunities to observe experienced teachers and learn different teaching approaches
• Practical knowledge of behaviour management strategies
• Understanding of school policies, pastoral care, and safeguarding practices
• Strong preparation for a PGCE or equivalent teacher training route

Apply Now

If you’re ready to take the next step toward a rewarding career in teaching, we’d love to hear from you.
Submit your CV today and start your journey with the Future Teachers Programme in Bristol.

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.
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