Trainee English Teacher

Town/City:Manchester
Salary/Rate:£20,000 - £25,000
County:Greater Manchester
Course:Phase 1
School Type:Secondary
Subject:English
Job ref:SM-ENG-AMCS
Post Date:30. 04. 2026
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Partnerships Co-ordinator

About the Role

You will be based in a diverse and inclusive secondary school in Manchester, supporting a successful English department to deliver engaging lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4. As a Phase One Trainee Teacher, you will work closely with experienced teachers, gradually developing your confidence in planning, delivering, and assessing lessons.

This graduate teaching role is part of the Grad2Teach salaried teacher training programme, allowing you to earn while you train and build a strong foundation for your teaching career.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Supporting the teaching of English Language and Literature
  • Assisting with lesson planning, marking, and student feedback
  • Delivering targeted interventions to support literacy development
  • Supporting classroom management and student engagement
  • Gradually taking on responsibility for whole-class teaching

This salaried teacher training opportunity in Manchester is ideal for aspiring English teachers seeking a structured pathway into education.

About You

We are looking for a motivated and committed aspiring English teacher ready to begin their teaching journey.

You may be:

  • A graduate trainee with a degree in English or a related subject
  • A future teacher with strong communication and organisational skills
  • A trainee educator passionate about literature, language, and education
  • Someone with experience working with young people or in a school setting (desirable)
  • A proactive individual seeking a salaried route into teaching

This role is ideal for those looking to train as an English teacher in Manchester.

Training & Progression

Grad2Teach provides a clear and supportive pathway into teaching:

  • Phase One:
    • Complete a Level 4 qualification in education and training
    • Gain classroom experience in a secondary school in Manchester.
    • Receive mentoring aligned with the Core Content Framework (CCF) and Teaching Standards
  • Phase Two:
    • Progress to more independent teaching responsibilities
    • Work towards a PGCE with Coventry University
    • Move towards achieving Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

This teacher training programme ensures you develop professionally while earning a salary.

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