TRAIN TO TEACH IN OXFORD | September 2026 | Two-Year Salaried Route to QTS
Launch Your Teaching Career Without the Debt
Our innovative programme removes financial barriers to becoming a teacher. Earn £23,000 - £27,000 from your first day while gaining hands-on experience, expert mentorship, and a teaching qualification
THE PROGRAMME
Year One: Experience year as a Teaching Assistant or Cover Supervisor| Sept 2026 - Aug 2027
Begin as a paid member of our school team while building your teaching skills through structured support.
What’s Included:
*Annual salary £23,000 - £27,000
*Pension scheme and paid school holidays
*Full employment benefits
*Daily classroom immersion
*Weekly professional training: pedagogy, assessment, behavior management, safeguarding
*Assigned mentor providing personalized coaching
*Observation of expert teaching practice
*Progressive teaching responsibilities tailored to your growth
Year Two: Qualification and Transition Teacher Training | Sept 2027 - July 2028
Move seamlessly into formal teacher training with continued salary. Achieve QTS and transition into your permanent teaching position.
What You’ll Gain:
*Qualified Teacher Status by July 2028
*Ongoing salary support
*Permanent role within our trust guaranteed
*Established foundation for career advancement
MAINSTREAM AND SEND OPPORTUNITIES
Choose your pathway in either mainstream or SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) schools.
SEND Placements Offer:
*Specialized training in differentiation and individualized learning strategies
*Smaller classes with enhanced support ratios
*Experience with diverse learners including autism, learning disabilities, and complex needs
*Training in alternative communication and assistive technology
*Collaborative work with therapists, psychologists, and specialist staff
*Specialist skills highly valued across education sector
Both pathways provide comprehensive support matched to your setting and career goals.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
To begin teacher training in Year Two:
*University degree (UK or equivalent)
*GCSE English Language: Grade C/4 minimum
*GCSE Maths: Grade C/4 minimum
*GCSE Science: Grade C/4 minimum (Primary candidates only)
WHY THIS WORKS
Earn While Training No student debt. No financial pressure. Just a competitive salary supporting you throughout.
Supported Development Twelve months of classroom experience before formal training gives you confidence others won’t have.
Individual Attention Small cohorts and dedicated mentors ensure personalized support throughout your journey.
IDEAL CANDIDATES
You’ll need:
*Passion for education and youth development
*Openness to feedback and continuous learning
*Strong communication skills
*Commitment to both years of the programme
This suits: Recent graduates | Career changers | Anyone driven to impact young lives
NEXT STEPS
Send your CV to the contact details below.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ’Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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