Graduate Teacher Training

Future Teachers Programme – Derby

Location: Derby
Start Date: April or September 2026
Programme Length: Two Years
Route: Paid School Experience → Salaried Teacher Training (QTS)

Programme Overview

Teaching Personnel is recruiting graduates for its Future Teachers Programme, a structured two-year pathway designed to support aspiring teachers from classroom experience through to fully salaried teacher training.

This programme is ideal for graduates who want to gain hands-on school experience before committing to Initial Teacher Training, while benefiting from ongoing support and a clear progression route.

Year 1 – Paid School Experience

In your first year, you will be placed in a secondary school in Derby as a Cover Supervisor, gaining valuable classroom exposure and practical experience.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supervising classes during short-term teacher absence
• Ensuring students complete pre-set work
• Managing classroom behaviour in line with school policies
• Supporting teaching and pastoral teams where appropriate

This role does not involve lesson planning, marking, or direct teaching.

Year 2 – Salaried Teacher Training

Following successful completion of Year 1, participants progress into a salaried Initial Teacher Training (ITT) position.

Year 2 includes:

• Working towards Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Structured mentoring and professional development
• Opportunity to complete a PGCE alongside QTS
• Continued placement within the same school or trust where possible

This ensures continuity, confidence, and a smooth transition into a teaching career.

Who We Are Looking For

We welcome applications from graduates who:

• Are interested in pursuing a career in education
• Communicate confidently and professionally
• Are committed to learning and development
• Are motivated to make a positive impact on young people

Graduates from all subject backgrounds are encouraged to apply, including English, Maths, Science, Humanities, MFL, Technology, and more.

What the Programme Offers

• Paid employment from the first day
• Clear progression into a salaried teacher training route
• Full-time school hours (Monday–Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm)
• Access to Teaching Personnel CPD courses at discounted rates
• PAYE payroll (no umbrella companies)
• Ongoing support from school-based mentors and Teaching Personnel consultants

How to Apply

If you are considering a career in teaching and want a supported, structured route into the profession, we would welcome your application.

Please submit your CV via the application link and a member of the team will be in touch to discuss next steps.

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.
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