Graduate Trainee Teacher
Secondary School based in Southwark, London
Up to £32,000 per annum | Teacher Training Opportunity | Gain your QTS in a year

Calling Maths, Science, English, History, Philosophy, RE and Geography graduates…

Are you a recent or soon-to-be university graduate with an excellent academic background and the ambition to become an exceptional educator?

Is it essential to you that the route you take into teaching is at a high-performing school, well-renowned for its outstanding teacher training programme?

Perhaps you’re seeking a supportive environment – a school with expert mentorship and a proven track record of transforming graduates into successful, confident teachers?

Graduate Trainee Teacher – Train to be one of the best

Looking for the ideal place to begin your career in teaching? This dynamic and ambitious Secondary School located in Southwark, London is seeking passionate, high-achieving graduates from any subject area with the potential to become inspirational teachers in this Graduate Trainee Teacher role.

This opportunity is at a mixed secondary school with a vibrant sixth form, known for its inclusive ethos, high expectations, and culture of aspiration and achievement. A proud member of one of the UK’s largest learning trusts, the school is equipped, well-supported and committed to delivering life-changing education.

Graduate Trainee Teacher – Person & Job Specification

• Must hold or be working towards a 2:1 or above in your Maths, Science, English, History, Philosophy, RE or Geography degree (other subjects may be considered)
• A genuine desire to pursue a career in teaching and make a positive impact in the classroom
• Earn up to £32,000 per annum whilst training to teach
• Join a highly regarded school offering the an exception training programme – Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ provider
• Gain Qualified Teacher Status by July 2026
• Full-time role: 4 days in school and 1 day dedicated to online home learning
• Placement-based training with practical classroom focus and reduced academic stress
• Benefit from a strong subject department and dedicated mentor
• Excellent transport links and on-site parking available for staff
• Interviewing immediately for a September 2025 start

Graduate Trainee Teacher – The role

From September 2025, your training begins with a structured induction, reduced teaching hours and expert-led coaching.

With access to their excellent trust training programme – a nationally respected, school-centred teacher training route – this school offers one of the best pathways to gaining QTS.

You’ll be supported by a personal mentor as you begin crafting your own engaging lessons and gain classroom experience. This salaried programme provides an online learning platform with high-quality training sessions every Friday, giving you time away from the classroom to reflect and develop.

As your year as a Graduate Trainee Teacher progresses, your teaching hours will increase gradually as you build your confidence, expertise and readiness to achieve QTS by July 2026.

Does this Graduate Trainee Teacher opportunity sound like the ideal route into teaching for you? Apply NOW by uploading your CV to register your interest.

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