Teacher Training

FUTURE TEACHERS PROGRAMME

Southampton | January 2027

Your Graduate Career in Education Starts Here

Are you a graduate looking for a career where you can make a genuine difference?

The Future Teachers Programme offers an exciting route into teaching, allowing you to gain two years of valuable, salaried experience in a school before progressing to formal teacher training or a PGCE.

This is an opportunity to earn while you learn, develop your classroom skills and discover what it takes to become an outstanding teacher.

Overview of the Programme

Location: Southampton
Start Date: January 2027
Salary: £23,000 – £27,000 per year
Hours: Full-time
Experience: Two years of salaried school-based experience
Progression: Salaried teacher training / PGCE

Why Join the Programme?

Earn While You Gain Experience

Receive a competitive salary of £23,000–£27,000 while working in a school and building valuable professional experience.

Develop Real Classroom Skills- Gain first-hand experience working with pupils and supporting teaching and learning in a real school environment.

Learn from Experienced Teachers- Work alongside established education professionals who can provide guidance, mentoring and practical support throughout your placement.

Prepare for Teacher Training- Develop the confidence, knowledge and classroom experience needed to take the next step into salaried teacher training or a PGCE.

Your Two-Year Journey

Year One – Discover and Develop

Become part of a school community and gain an understanding of classroom life. You will develop your communication, organisation and classroom skills while receiving ongoing support.

Year Two – Build and Progress

Continue developing your experience and take on greater responsibility within the school. By the end of the programme, you will have a strong foundation from which to progress into formal teacher training.

Who Are We Looking For?

The programme is ideal for graduates who are:

• Passionate about education and working with young people
• Motivated to develop a career in teaching
• Confident communicators who enjoy working as part of a team
• Enthusiastic about learning and professional development
• Keen to gain practical experience before undertaking teacher training
• Committed to helping pupils achieve their potential

Your Future Starts Here

You don't have to go straight from university into teacher training.

The Future Teachers Programme gives you the chance to earn a salary, gain two years of meaningful school experience and prepare yourself for a successful career in teaching.

If you are ready to take the first step towards becoming a teacher, we want to hear from you.

How to Apply

Please contact us using the information below to submit your application.

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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