Train as an Apprentice

The Postgraduate Teaching Apprenticeship for candidates is a practical, cost-effective way for candidates to become qualified teachers while gaining hands-on classroom experience.

This salaried, school-based route allows you to work in a school while you train. You’ll earn a salary, complete your training alongside your teaching responsibilities, and achieve QTS, giving you a recognised qualification and a strong foundation for your career.

Why Choose the Teaching Apprenticeship for Candidates Route

The apprenticeship route lets you train to teach while you work, combining paid employment with professional training leading to QTS. It’s a fantastic opportunity to earn, gain classroom experience, and contribute from day one.

Who Can Apply

If you’re already employed in a school, we can help you and your employer explore this option.

If you don’t currently have a sponsoring school, you can apply through a fee-paying route. If one of our partner schools later decides to take on an apprentice, and you’ve met the apprenticeship criteria at interview, we’ll support introductions on your behalf.

Entry Requirements

All teaching apprenticeship candidates must meet standard initial teacher training entry criteria:

• A UK undergraduate degree (or recognised equivalent)
• GCSE grade C/4 or above in English, Maths and Science
• Enhanced DBS and occupational health checks
• Eligibility to work and study in the UK (we cannot sponsor visas)

*Full eligibility criteria available on request.

Which Qualification Will I Receive?

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Apprenticeship Award following successful completion of the End Point Assessment

Get Started

If you’re ready to explore the teaching apprenticeship for candidates route, register your interest below or call 01268 988580.

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