Trainee Teacher (Secondary)

The Sigma Trust; Colchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education organization in Colchester is seeking passionate graduates for the Trainee Teacher position. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain classroom experience through a highly supportive training program. Candidates must possess a degree and have GCSE Maths and English at Grade C or above. The program includes 1:1 mentoring, school-based training, and additional professional development support. Tax-free bursaries up to £30,000 are available for certain subjects.

Benefits

Dedicated mentoring

Well-being time

Professional development support

Qualifications

• A genuine passion for teaching and inspiring students.
• Must have GCSE Maths and English at Grade C/4 or above.
• A degree is required; may need Subject Knowledge Enhancement.

Responsibilities

• Participate in school-based training to gain classroom experience.
• Receive 1:1 mentoring and instructional coaching.
• Engage in focused topic weeks with additional experts.

Skills

Passion for teaching

Inspiring and motivating students

Positive role model

Education

Degree in any subject

GCSE Maths and English at Grade C/4 or above

Job description

Overview

Trainee Teacher (Secondary) - Start Your Career in North East Essex Advance Teacher Training - In Partnership with The Sigma Trust & Ambition Institute Are you a passionate graduate ready to make a real difference in the lives of young people? Train to teach in a school based in Colchester or Tendring from September 2026 on our highly-supportive, evidence-led teacher training programme. Applications submitted via My New Term WILL NOT be considered - please apply via https://advanceteach.org.uk. Why Choose Advance Teacher Training? We work in partnership with The Sigma Trust and the renowned Ambition Institute to deliver expert, evidence-led teacher training that is local to you and designed for success.

Features of Our Programme

• Well Supported School-Based Training: You will spend most of your training time in one dedicated host school, giving you immediate opportunities to practise theory in a classroom environment.
• Dedicated 1:1 Mentoring: You will be matched with an experienced teacher who will serve as your dedicated mentor. They provide weekly instructional coaching and one-to-one guidance, supporting your development every step of the way.
• Work-Life Balance Built-In: Our programme is structured to build your confidence effectively while respecting your need for a life away from work. You benefit from weekly dedicated workload and well-being time.
• Leading Educational Theory: Our partnership with Ambition Institute ensures your training is underpinned by the latest educational research, delivered through a combination of engaging face-to-face sessions and theoretical study on our online learning portal.
• Additional Support: You will receive additional support from an experienced central team of lead mentors and training facilitators who will get to know you and be able to support you every step of the way.

We really value the deep research and educational theory that underpins Ambition Institute's programmes and this, coupled with our years of experience successfully delivering initial teacher training, makes for a strong partnership that benefits all.

Professional Development

• In-School Practice: Classroom teaching practice, peer support, and weekly 1:1 guidance from your mentor.
• Focused Topic Weeks: Dive deeper into complex areas of teaching with the support of additional experts in education.
• Broad Experience: Additional placement days outside of your host school to experience the breadth of the English education system.

Ideal Candidate

• A degree (in any subject, but you may need to take a Subject Knowledge Enhancement course if your degree is in a different subject to the one you will train in).
• GCSE Maths and English at Grade C/4 or above, or an equivalent qualification.
• A genuine passion for teaching, a drive to inspire and motivate students, and the ability to act as a positive role model.
• There are government funded tax-free bursaries of up to £30,000 available for subjects such as Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Computing, Design and Technology, Geography and Languages (French, German and Spanish). Follow the link below for further information.