Join the UK’s largest teaching and leadership programme.
This is your opportunity to make a real and lasting difference to the lives of pupils from the most disadvantaged backgrounds. Right from the outset. Before you start in the classroom you will receive five weeks of intensive training, getting you ready to begin teaching from September. You will be employed by the same school for the two years of the programme. During this time you will receive constant support from Teach First as well as your in-school mentor. By the end of your first year, you will have received your PGCE and earned qualified teacher status.
On the programme you’ll:
* earn a salary from your first day in the classroom
* pay no fees as you work towards your internationally recognised qualifications
* benefit from an Initial Teacher Training programme which is rated outstanding by Ofsted
* receive expert guidance and support every step of the way
* develop leadership skills which will turbo boost your career
* become part of a supportive community of teachers and leaders who want every child to have the chance to fulfil their potential
* be offered other development opportunities unique to Teach First
* help pupils facing the biggest barriers discover their potential.
Applications are now open to start in 2026. Apply early for the best chance of getting your first-choice location.
Make your next step count. Choose something that really matters.
Lead from the front.