Trainee Teacher

Lightwater Village School; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional educational institution in the United Kingdom is seeking a passionate graduate for a trainee teacher position in the 5-11 age range. This role includes high-quality school-based training and mentorship from experienced teachers. Ideal candidates will have a UK bachelor's degree and GCSE English and Maths at grade 4 or above. The position offers a supportive community and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

High-quality school-based training

Mentorship from experienced teachers

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• A UK bachelor’s degree (2:2 or above).
• GCSE English and Maths at grade 4 (C) or above.
• Right to work and study in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Train students in the 5‑11 age range.

Education

UK bachelor’s degree (2:2 or above, some 3rd-class degrees may be considered)

GCSE English and Maths at grade 4 (C) or above; Science for primary

Right to work and study in the UK with 3 years of residency in the UK/EEA

Job description

Trainee Teacher Opportunity Lightwater Village School part of GLF Schools Trust.

Lightwater Village School is looking for a trainee to train in the 5-11 age range on the fee-funded route. Are you a passionate graduate based in or near Surrey and ready to begin your teaching career at Lightwater Village School?

About Lightwater Village School

Lightwater Infant School has been a feature of the local community since the 1930s and the Junior School has been part of the Lightwater community since the 1970s. Today with the addition of our Nursery we are delighted to be able to offer a through provision from 2-11 years.

Lightwater Village School is a village school in every respect. Staff are supportive, kind and welcoming. You will find that Lightwater Village School is a place where children are seen, understood and cared for throughout their school journey. This is a school where you will get to know all the staff and feel part of the community from your first step inside the building.

Lightwater rated Good in the recent Ofsted inspection. The school is described as a happy place for pupils, nurtured and cared for, with warm relationships and evident kindness. Ofsted 2022.

About GLF Schools

Lightwater Village School is part of GLF Schools, a Multi‑Academy Trust comprising 43 schools with a strong presence in the South East region, including both primary and secondary schools. Through our partnership with Inspiring Future Teachers (IFT) we offer a variety of locally delivered teacher training routes from employment-based options to fee-funded pathways.

We are committed to training, developing and employing our trainee teachers as Early Career Teachers (ECTs) across all our GLF schools. We have a specific teacher training base in Banstead in Surrey, Didcot, Oxfordshire and in Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre in Reading, offering candidates a choice of where to do their Friday core training.

About the Trainee Teacher Programme

We are excited to offer aspiring teachers a fantastic opportunity to train at Lightwater supported by our expert GLF Teacher Training Hub.

• High-quality school-based training and placement at Lightwater
• Locally delivered training sessions
• Mentorship from experienced teachers committed to your development

You will also gain practical, hands‑on experience across your chosen age range.

Qualifications Required

• A UK bachelor’s degree (2:2 or above, although some 3rd‑class degrees may be considered)
• GCSE English and Maths at grade 4 (C) or above; Science for primary
• Right to work and study in the UK with 3 years of residency in the UK/EEA

Fee‑Funded Route

Unpaid training placement but you are eligible for the following:

• Tuition Fee Loan (up to the full cost of the training)
• Maintenance Loan (up to £13,000, means‑tested)

Training fee costs:

• £9,535 (QTS + PGCE)
• £9,035 (QTS only)

Part‑Time Route (over two years)

This is a pilot route for 26‑27 and is available for some subjects/routes.

• Year 1: £7,145
• Year 2: £4,762
• PGCE is not available on this route

Why Train with GLF Teacher Training

• Local training: Receive weekly training in your area by local expert practitioners, no long commutes.
• Collaborative Trust: Work alongside a network of professionals across the region within GLF schools.
• Personalised support: Your wellbeing and workload are prioritised.
• Career progression: Many trainees secure ECT positions in our GLF schools. 96 % of last year’s trainees secured an ECT position with our support.

Placement School – Lightwater Village School

All trainees have two placement schools, and GLF Teacher Training ensures your second placement school is carefully matched to ensure reasonable travel and the right fit for your training needs.

Responsibilities

• Train students in the 5‑11 age range

Employment Type

Full‑time