Graduate Trainee Teacher - Sports
Posted 1 day 1 hour ago by Stanmore College
Launch Your Teaching Career at Stanmore College!
Stanmore College is offering a 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). 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.
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 support and deliver 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.
Contract and Salary
• 2 year fixed term trainee programme
• Lecturer Salary Scale (Unqualified): £27,980 - £33,543 per annum
Benefits
- A paid trainee salary while you train
- Funding for a Diploma in Teaching (Level 5) or PGCE (Level 7)
- A dedicated teacher mentor and support from the Teaching & Learning team
- Regular CPD, coaching, and structured progression into classroom teaching
- Hands on experience in post 16 education with learners aged and adults
- Eligibility to interview for a permanent teacher position at Stanmore College upon successful completion of the programme
Teaching Responsibilities
Year 1 - first 6 weeks shadowing teachers, then up to 10 hours teaching per week
Year 2 - up to 17 hours teaching per week
Qualifications
- 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
- 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