Teacher Training

Graduate Teacher Training Programme – Chesterfield Area

Start Your Teaching Career | September 2026

Full-Time | £23,000–£27,000 per annum

Become the Teacher Who Inspires the Next Generation

Are you a graduate or career changer looking for a rewarding profession? If you're passionate about education and want to make a lasting impact on young people's lives, our Teacher Training Programme in the Chesterfield area could be the perfect opportunity.

This school-based programme combines practical classroom experience with expert training, helping you develop the skills and confidence to become an outstanding teacher.

What You'll Gain

Throughout the programme, you'll:

Gain hands-on classroom experience from your first day
Work alongside experienced teachers and education professionals
Learn how to plan and deliver engaging lessons
Develop effective behaviour management and teaching techniques
Support pupils to achieve their full academic and personal potential
Build the confidence needed for a successful teaching career
Comprehensive Training & Support

You'll be supported every step of the way through:

A structured teacher training programme
One-to-one mentoring from experienced educators
Regular coaching and constructive feedback
Professional development workshops
Opportunities to observe outstanding classroom practice
A welcoming and collaborative school environment
Who Should Apply?

We're looking for enthusiastic individuals who are:

Passionate about education and working with young people
Graduates from any subject discipline
Career changers seeking a meaningful new profession
Strong communicators with a positive attitude
Motivated, resilient, and committed to learning
Previous experience working in a school is welcomed but not essential.

Essential Requirements

To be eligible, you'll need:

A Bachelor's degree (or be due to complete one before September 2026)
GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent qualifications)
The right to work in the UK

What We Offer

Competitive salary of £23,000–£27,000
Full-time, school-based teacher training
Dedicated mentoring and ongoing professional development
A supportive and inclusive working environment
Excellent opportunities for long-term career progression
Apply Today

If you're ready to begin your teaching journey in the Chesterfield area, we'd love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV together with a cover letter explaining your interest in teaching and why you would be an excellent candidate for the programme.

Take the first step towards a fulfilling career in education and apply today for a September 2026 start.

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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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