Choose a teacher training programme

Salary: £22,601 - £33,528 (subject + location dependent)
Cost: Funded – no tuition fees
Qualifications: QTS + PGCE
Length: 2 years (QTS + PGCE year 1; leadership development year 2)
Location: Nationwide
Subjects: Primary and Secondary
Entry: 2:1 with honours (Primary), 2:2 with honours (Secondary) + GCSEs
Programme start: 6-week training Jun 2026; in school Sep 2026

Training Programme

A two-year, salaried route that includes a PGCE and fast-tracks you into leadership roles.

Best for: Graduates who want to earn while they train, and develop as future leaders.

A one-year, school-based route delivered locally by Teach First training partners.

Best for: Graduates and career changers who want to train near home and self-fund with loans or bursaries.

A one-year, salaried apprenticeship with classroom-based training in a local school.

Best for: Career changers or graduates who want to earn while they learn in specific subjects.