TEACHER TRAINING PROGRAMME | DERBY
Two-Year Salaried Route • September 2026
Train to Teach. Get Paid.
Become a qualified teacher while earning a competitive salary from day one. Our two-year programme combines hands-on experience, expert training, and ongoing support—giving you a clear pathway to Qualified Teacher Status.
THE PROGRAMME
YEAR 1 • Cover Supervisor + Training
September 2026 – August 2027
Work as a salaried Cover Supervisor while building your teaching foundation through structured training and mentorship.
Salary: £22,000 – £27,000
Hands-on classroom experience
Regular training: lesson planning, behaviour management, assessment, safeguarding
One-to-one mentorship and coaching
Observe and learn from experienced teachers
Pension + school holidays
YEAR 2 • Formal Teacher Training
September 2027 – July 2028
Progress to full teacher training while continuing to earn. Complete your qualification and secure a permanent teaching role.
Continued salary support
Achieve QTS by July 2028
Ongoing professional development
Permanent position within our trust
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
To progress to Year 2 teacher training, you'll need:
UK undergraduate degree (or equivalent)
GCSE Grade C/4 or above: English and Maths
GCSE Grade C/4 or above: Science (Primary only)
Equivalency tests and Subject Knowledge Enhancement courses available if needed.
WHY CHOOSE THIS ROUTE?
Paid Training - Earn throughout- no tuition fees, no financial stress
Structured Support - Year 1 prepares you before formal training begins
Expert Mentorship - Guidance from experienced teachers in a collaborative environment
Job Security- Direct pathway to permanent employment
IDEAL FOR:
Graduates entering education
Career changers seeking meaningful work
Passionate individuals committed to supporting young people
No teaching experience required. We value motivation, resilience, and strong communication.
APPLY NOW
Send your CV today.
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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.
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