Train to Teach (Secondary)

EDEX; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is offering a Train to Teach opportunity in East London for recent graduates. As an Academic Mentor, you will support KS3-4 students, lead small classes under supervision, and gain mentorship throughout the year. This full-time role starts in September 2025 and offers a daily rate of £110-£120. Ideal candidates should have a relevant degree and a commitment to a career in education.

Qualifications

• A degree in a relevant subject area (any subject welcome to apply).
• A genuine ambition to become a Secondary Teacher.
• Some experience working with children or young people is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support KS3-4 students in your subject.
• Leading small classes under supervision.
• Taking on classroom responsibility gradually.

Skills

Passion for education

Proactive personality

Experience with young people

Education

Degree in relevant subject

Job description

Train to Teach - 110- 120 per day - Academic Mentor

Are you a recent graduate with a passion for education and a desire to become a qualified Secondary Teacher? If so, this Train to Teach opportunity across East London could be perfect for you!

We are working in partnership with a number of fantastic Secondary Schools across East London, all offering a Train to Teach route from September 2025. These are long-term academic mentor positions, paid on a daily rate, with a clear pathway into salaried teacher training the following academic year.

What will this Train to Teach position involve?

• Working with students across KS3-4

• Supporting learning in your subject specialism (English, Maths, Science, Humanities, or more)

• 1:1 and group interventions

• Leading small classes under supervision as an unqualified teacher

• Full support and mentorship throughout the year

• Guaranteed route into teacher training from September 2026
  Please read on below to find out further details about this Train to Teach opportunity across East London!

ABOUT THE ROLE

• Academic Mentor role - supporting KS3-4 students in your subject

• Team teaching and gradually taking on more classroom responsibility

• Daily rate of 110 - 120 per day (term time only)

• September 2025 Start - Full Time (Mon-Fri)

• 1-year placement leading to salaried teacher training in 2026

• Based across multiple schools in East London

ABOUT YOU

• A degree in a relevant subject area (any subject welcome to apply)

• A genuine ambition to become a Secondary Teacher

• A confident and proactive personality

• Some experience working with children or young people is desirable

• Committed to a long-term career in education

ABOUT THE SCHOOLS

• Outstanding & Good Secondary Schools across East London

• Strong mentoring and professional development programmes

• Supportive, inclusive and high-achieving environments

• Proven pathways from graduate academic mentor to fully qualified teacher

• Located across boroughs such as Newham, Tower Hamlets, Redbridge, Barking & Dagenham and more

If you are interested in this Train to Teach opportunity, trial days / interviews can be arranged ASAP!

Apply for this Train to Teach opportunity by clicking apply, your CV will then be sent to Maddie at EdEx. You will be contacted if shortlisted (within 24 hours).

Train to Teach - 110- 120 per day - Academic Mentor

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