Graduate Trainee Teacher
Mainstream Secondary Schools | Winchester
Full-Time / Long-Term Positions
Start Date: September 2026
Non-Salaried, School-Based Training Route | QTS Awarded
Are you a high-achieving graduate seeking a practical, school-based route into teaching that leads to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) without completing a traditional university-led PGCE?
A number of high-performing mainstream secondary schools in Winchester are recruiting outstanding graduates to join their non-salaried, in-school teacher training programmes. This route offers extensive classroom experience, supported by expert subject mentors and senior leaders, and is designed as a high-quality alternative to a PGCE.
The Role – Graduate Teacher (Trainee)
You will train full-time or part-time within a mainstream secondary school, following a structured, practice-led teacher training programme.
Key responsibilities include:
* Teaching your specialist subject across Key Stages 3 and 4, with opportunities for Key Stage 5 experience where appropriate.
* Gradually increasing teaching responsibility within a supportive training environment.
* Observing and delivering lessons alongside experienced classroom practitioners.
* Participating in regular professional training focused on classroom practice, behaviour management, and effective lesson delivery.
* Receiving ongoing feedback and mentoring to support your progress towards Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) within one academic year.
What’s on Offer
* A non-salaried, school-based teacher training route within mainstream secondary schools.
* A high-quality alternative to a university-led PGCE, focused on practical classroom experience.
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) awarded upon successful completion of the programme.
* Structured mentoring and continuous professional development.
* Strong preparation for a long-term career in secondary education.
* Excellent employment prospects within partner schools following qualification.
Ideal Candidate
We are seeking high-calibre graduates who are committed to pursuing a career in teaching.
You will:
* Hold a 2:1 or above in a relevant or closely related degree.
* Have achieved GCSE Maths and English at grade 4/C or above (or recognised equivalents).
* Demonstrate strong subject knowledge, professionalism, and academic credibility.
* Be motivated to work with young people in a mainstream secondary school setting.
* Have the legal right to work in the UK.
Apply Now
If you are ready to begin your teaching career through a high-quality, non-salaried, school-based training route in Winchester, click Apply and submit your CV to KPI Education.
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