Graduate Trainee Teacher - Sports

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Graduate Trainee Teacher - Sports, Stanmore, £27,980.00 - £33,543.00

Employment Type

Full Time, Fixed Term

Application Start Date

22-06-2026

Application End Date

09-07-2026

Location

Stanmore

Zip Code

HA7 4BQ

Country

United Kingdom

Work Style

On-site

Description

Launch Your Teaching Career at Stanmore College!

Are you a graduate or industry professional considering a career in teaching?

Stanmore College is offering an exciting Graduate Trainee Teacher Programme designed to help passionate subject specialists transition into teaching while gaining a recognised qualification.

This paid training programme offers the opportunity to begin your teaching career in post-16 education while working towards a recognised teaching qualification - either a Level 5 Diploma in Teaching or a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE). Alongside your studies, you will gain valuable classroom experience within a supportive further education environment, developing the skills and confidence needed to become an effective and inspiring teacher.

This programme is ideal for graduates or professionals with a background in business who are keen to share their expertise and help shape the next generation of learners!

Train to Teach Sports

We are currently seeking a Graduate Trainee Teacher in Sports. This is an excellent opportunity for a sports graduate or industry professional looking to take their first steps into teaching while continuing to develop their subject expertise.

You will gain experience supporting and delivering a range of Sports programmes, helping learners develop the knowledge, practical skills, and confidence needed to progress into higher education, employment, apprenticeships, or further training. Throughout the programme, you will be supported by experienced colleagues and mentors as you develop into a confident and effective teacher.

Salary

Lecturer Salary Scale (Unqualified): £27,980 – £33,543 per annum

Contract

2-year fixed term trainee programme

Closing date: Thursday, 9th July 2026

Interview date: Thursday, 16th July 2026

Why Join the Programme?

Earn While You Train

You will be employed as a paid trainee teacher while studying towards your teaching qualification.

Gain a Recognised Teaching Qualification

The College will fund your Diploma in Teaching (Level 5) or PGCE (Level 7) while you gain practical experience.

Structured Support and Mentoring

You will receive:

A dedicated teacher mentor
Support from the Teaching & Learning team
Regular CPD and coaching
Gradual progression into classroom teaching

Develop Real Teaching Experience

You will gain hands-on experience in post-16 education, working with learners aged 16-19 and adults.

Teaching responsibilities gradually increase:

Year 1 - first 6 weeks shadowing teachers, then up to 10 hours teaching per week
Year 2 - up to 17 hours teaching per week

Career Progression

On successful completion of the programme, you will be eligible to interview for a permanent teacher position at Stanmore College.

Who Should Apply?

We welcome applications from graduates or industry professionals who want to move into teaching.

You will need:

A degree (2:2 or above) in a relevant subject, or significant professional experience
GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/ C or equivalent)
Strong communication and digital skills
A passion for teaching and supporting learners to succeed
The right to work in the UK
Availability to start in August 2026

What the Programme Includes

During the programme you will:

Complete teacher training qualification (PGCE or Diploma in Teaching)
Participate in teaching and learning CPD
Observe experienced teachers
Co-teach and gradually take responsibility for classes
Plan and deliver lessons
Assess and support student progress

You will begin with structured shadowing and micro-teaching, before moving into independent teaching with mentor support.

Why Work at Stanmore College?

Stanmore College is a vibrant and inclusive further education college committed to transforming lives through education.

We offer:

A supportive teaching and learning culture
Strong mentoring and professional development
Opportunities to progress your teaching career
A diverse student and staff community
An exciting future including our £60 million campus redevelopment

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Graduate Trainee Teacher - Sports.pdf

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