Future Teacher Programme

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Westhay; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel invites graduates to join the Future Teachers Programme in Somerset starting January 2027. This paid, full-time school-based placement helps you gain classroom experience and mentoring toward teacher training.

You'll be placed in a local secondary school, delivering pre-planned lessons, covering classes, and supporting pupils while receiving ongoing professional development and a pathway toward formal teaching training.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English Language and Mathematics at grade C/4 or above (Science desirable).
• A-level qualifications.
• A degree (2:2 or above) in a curriculum-relevant subject.
• Genuine interest in education and teaching.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons across a range of subjects.
• Cover classes during teacher absences.
• Support pupils academically and pastorally.
• Build positive relationships with students and staff.
• Develop subject-specific teaching experience within your chosen specialism.
• Contribute to the wider school community.

Skills

Confident communicator

Passionate about education

Education

GCSE English Language & Mathematics (C/4+ )

A-level qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a curriculum-relevant subject (2:2+ preferred)

Job description

Future Teachers Programme - Somerset | January Start 2027

Launch Your Teaching Career with Teaching Personnel

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

Teaching Personnel is recruiting aspiring teachers across Somerset to join our Future Teachers Programme starting in January 2027. This paid, school-based opportunity is designed to help you build confidence in the classroom, develop essential teaching skills, and gain the experience needed to progress towards teacher training.

The Role

As a Future Teacher, you'll be placed within a local secondary school where you'll become a valued member of staff. Working alongside experienced teachers and school leaders, you'll gain first‑hand experience of life in education while receiving ongoing support and professional development.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Delivering pre-planned lessons across a range of subjects
• Covering classes during teacher absences
• Supporting pupils both academically and pastorally
• Building positive relationships with students and staff
• Developing subject‑specific teaching experience within your chosen specialism
• Contributing to the wider school community

What You'll Gain

• A salaried, full‑time position from day one
• Valuable classroom experience in a supportive school environment
• Ongoing mentoring and professional development
• The opportunity to build confidence before undertaking formal teacher training
• Experience planning and delivering lessons
• A strong foundation for future teacher training applications

Who We're Looking For

This opportunity is ideal for:

• Recent graduates considering a career in teaching
• Individuals passionate about making a difference in young people's lives
• Confident communicators who enjoy working with young people
• Those looking to gain meaningful school experience before pursuing teacher training

Preferred Requirements

• GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English Language and Mathematics (Science also desirable)
• A-level qualifications
• A degree (2:2 or above preferred) in a subject relevant to the curriculum
• A genuine interest in education and teaching

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

Teaching Personnel works with schools across Somerset, including Taunton, Bridgwater, Yeovil and the surrounding areas, helping graduates take their first steps into education. We provide ongoing support throughout your placement and can help guide you towards future teacher training opportunities.

This programme offers an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience, develop your classroom presence, and explore whether teaching is the right long‑term career for you.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding and vetting checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

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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