Teacher Training

Teaching Personnel; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is offering a two-year, salaried teacher training programme in Cambridge, starting October 2026 or January 2027. Year 1 as a Cover Supervisor, Year 2 as a PGCE Trainee Teacher, with a fully funded PGCE and QTS.

Salary range £23,000–£27,000 per annum and a structured mentoring path. The programme provides first-hand classroom experience, dedicated mentorship, and a progression route into a teaching career within partner schools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in any subject is required.
• GCSE English and Maths at grade 4/C or above.
• Demonstrated passion for education and helping young people.
• Strong communication and organisational skills are essential.
• Commitment to a two-year salaried programme.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes during teacher absences and support learning.
• Assist students to stay engaged and follow routines.
• Promote positive behaviour and classroom management.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and pastoral teams.
• Build understanding of the secondary curriculum while training.

Skills

Strong communication

Organisational skills

Passion for education

Education

Bachelor's degree in any subject

GCSE English and Maths grade 4/C or above

Job description

Salaried Teacher Training Programme

Cambridge Start Date: October 2026 or January 2027
Salary: £23,000 - £27,000 per annum

Are you a graduate or career changer looking to become a qualified teacher while earning a salary?

We are offering an excitingtwo-year salaried teacher training programme in Cambridge, providing a structured and supportive pathway into the teaching profession. This programme is ideal for aspiring teachers who want to gain valuable classroom experience, develop their confidence, and achieve a fully fundedPGCE and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)while working in a secondary school environment.

Year 1: Cover Supervisor

You will join a supportive secondary school as a Cover Supervisor, developing classroom management skills, supporting student learning, and gaining first-hand experience of school life. Working alongside experienced teachers and school leaders, you will build the knowledge and confidence needed to progress into teacher training whilst making a positive impact on students' education. Typical responsibilities will include:

• Supervising classes during teacher absences
• Supporting students to remain engaged in their learning
• Promoting positive behaviour and classroom routines
• Working closely with teaching staff and pastoral teams
• Developing your understanding of the secondary curriculum

Year 2: PGCE Trainee Teacher

You will progress onto a fully funded PGCE programme while remaining in the same school, gradually taking responsibility for planning, teaching and assessing lessons. Throughout your training, you will receive expert guidance and mentoring as you work towards achieving QTS and becoming a confident classroom practitioner.

What We Offer

• Salary of£23,000 - £27,000 per annum
• Fully funded PGCE and teacher training programme
• Dedicated mentor and instructional coaching throughout the two years
• Practical classroom experience from day one
• A supportive school environment with experienced education professionals
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• Opportunity to remain in the same school throughout the programme
• Clear progression into a teaching career upon successful completion
• Potential opportunities for long-term employment within partner schools

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in any subject
• GCSE Grade 4/C or above in English and Maths (or equivalent)
• Passion for education and supporting young people
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• A positive, resilient and professional attitude
• Commitment to the two-year programme

Start Date:October 2026 or January 2027
Location:Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Salary:£23,000 - £27,000 per annum
Contract:Full-Time, Two-Year Salaried Teacher Training Programme

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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.