Graduate Teacher Training

SALARIED TEACHER TRAINING PROGRAMME

Bristol | Two‑Year Route | September 2026 Start

Launch your teaching career with our unique two‑year salaried programme. Gain practical experience, receive expert training, and achieve Qualified Teacher Status—all while earning a competitive salary from day one.

September 2026 – August 2027

Work as a salaried Cover Supervisor while receiving intensive teacher training and mentorship. Gain hands‑on classroom experience, observe experienced educators, and develop essential teaching skills in a supportive environment.

• Salary: £22,500 – £25,000
• Regular training on lesson planning, behaviour management, assessment, and safeguarding
• Dedicated one‑to‑one mentorship and coaching
• Classroom observation opportunities
• Pension contributions and full school holidays

September 2027 – July 2028

Progress to formal teacher training while continuing to earn a salary. Work towards Qualified Teacher Status with ongoing support and secure a permanent teaching position within our trust.

• Continued salary support
• Achieve QTS by July 2028
• Ongoing professional development
• Direct pathway to permanent role

• Earn While You Learn – Receive a full salary throughout your entire training journey
• Comprehensive Support – Expert mentorship, regular training sessions, and a collaborative school community
• Gradual Development – Year one provides thorough preparation before formal teacher training begins
• Guaranteed Progression – Clear pathway from Cover Supervisor to Qualified Teacher with strong employment prospects
• No Financial Barriers – Eliminate the cost concerns of traditional training routes

This programme is ideal for:

• Graduates ready to begin their teaching career
• Career changers seeking a meaningful new direction
• Passionate individuals committed to supporting young people

We value motivation, resilience, strong communication skills, and dedication to learning.

No previous teaching experience necessary.

Submit your current CV to begin your application.

Programme starts:
September 2026

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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