Trainee English Teacher

Grad2Teach; Waltham Cross; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading program in the UK seeks passionate graduates for a unique paid teaching training opportunity. Trainees will earn a salary while working towards a PGCE and Qualified Teacher Status in a vibrant secondary school, supported by experienced mentors and comprehensive training.

Benefits

Fully funded PGCE with QTS

Strong support from mentors

Structured training aligned with education frameworks

Qualifications

• Graduates ideally with an English or humanities degree.
• Aspiring educators passionate about secondary education.
• Strong communication and writing skills required.

Responsibilities

• Train on the job while working towards your PGCE and QTS.
• Support students in their learning during independent lessons.
• Collaborate with an experienced mentor and Grad2Teach team.

Skills

Communication

Writing

Education

Degree in English or Humanities

Job description

Are you a passionate graduate with a love for literature and language? Start your journey into teaching with a paid, in-school training placement in a thriving secondary school in North London.

Through the Grad2Teach programme, you’ll train on the job while working towards your PGCE and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - all while earning a salary. This is a unique opportunity to make a real impact on young people’s lives while developing your teaching skills in a structured, supportive environment.

This forward-thinking secondary school prides itself on high standards, inclusivity, and a vibrant English department. You’ll benefit from strong leadership, an experienced mentor, and weekly training that blends theory with practical classroom experience. Expect a lively and rewarding atmosphere where literature and language are brought to life for students of all abilities.

What You Can Expect

• A salaried, school-based route into teaching
• Full support from an experienced in-school mentor and the Grad2Teach team
• A fully funded PGCE with QTS from Coventry University
• Structured training aligned with the Core Content Framework
• A gradual increase in teaching responsibility - starting with support and building to independent lessons
  
  

Who We’re Looking For

• Graduates (ideally with an English or humanities degree)
• Aspiring educators with strong communication and writing skills
• Individuals who are passionate about making a difference in secondary education
• Candidates with the Right to Work in the UK