Trainee English Teacher

Town/City: Egremont

Salary/Rate:£18,000 - £30,000

County:Cumbria

Course:Phase 1

School Type:Secondary

Subject:English

Job ref:LC-WLA-TET

Post Date:21. 05. 2025

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Partnerships Co-ordinator

Lavinia Castellan

Partnerships Coordinator

0204 5822475

LaviniaC@grad2teach.ac.uk

About the Role

About the Role
An Inclusive and Aspirational Secondary School in West Cumbria

Are you passionate about English and ready to begin your journey into teaching? A welcoming and forward-thinking secondary school in West Cumbria is offering an exciting opportunity to train as an English Teacher through the Grad2Teach salaried teacher training programme. This is an excellent chance to start your teaching career in a supportive, inclusive environment while working towards Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE).

The English department plays a vital role in promoting literacy, creativity, and critical thinking, delivering a broad and engaging curriculum in English language and literature across Key Stages 3 and 4. You’ll be part of a passionate team that believes in the power of storytelling, communication, and written expression to change lives.

Why Live in Cumbria?
Cumbria offers an exceptional quality of life, combining natural beauty with a strong sense of community. Located near the Lake District National Park—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—Cumbria is perfect for those who enjoy outdoor adventure, scenic landscapes, and a quieter pace of life. With charming towns, affordable living, and plenty of cultural heritage, it’s an inspiring place to live and work while beginning your teaching journey.

About Grad2Teach
Grad2Teach offers a salaried, school-based route into teaching, allowing you to earn while you train. From day one, you’ll gain real classroom experience, working closely with skilled educators as you progress towards QTS and a PGCE awarded by Coventry University.

This hands-on, supportive programme is designed to build your confidence and classroom practice over time, ensuring you are fully prepared to take on your own teaching responsibilities.

What You’ll Be Doing

Supporting and teaching students in English language and literature across Key Stages 3 and 4
Developing your teaching skills through structured training and daily classroom experience
Receiving personalised mentoring and coaching from experienced professionals
Helping students develop literacy, confidence, and a love of language

Candidate Requirements
To be eligible for this role and the Grad2Teach programme, you must:

Hold a UK undergraduate degree—ideally in English, English Literature, or a related subject
Have achieved (or be working towards) GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Mathematics
Be passionate about education and enthusiastic about making a difference
Possess strong communication skills and a resilient, growth-focused mindset
Be committed to becoming a fully qualified teacher through school-based training

What You’ll Gain

A salaried teacher training role in a supportive, community-focused school
A direct route to achieving QTS and PGCE
Daily classroom experience and regular professional mentoring
A fulfilling and long-term career in a subject that shapes young minds
The opportunity to live and work in one of the most scenic regions of the UK

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