Graduate Unqualified Teacher

Graduate Unqualified Teacher

London

£26,500 - £32,000 (1 Year Fixed Term Contract)

Full Time September 2026 Start

This role offers graduating students the opportunity to work as an unqualified teacher in a forward thinking secondary school in London, gaining real classroom experience before undertaking teacher training.

What makes this role different?

• Leading lessons rather than observing
• Gaining immediate teaching experience
• Support from experienced teachers and mentors
• Clear pathway into PGCE or Schools Direct

Responsibilities

• Deliver lessons across your subject specialism (with support)
• Build confidence managing a classroom and engaging students
• Support pupils of all abilities to make progress
• Work closely with departments and senior staff to develop your teaching practice

What you'll gain

• Competitive salary (£25,500 - £32,000)
• Hands on teaching experience in a supportive environment
• Full academic year to build skills before training
• Strong references and progression into salaried teacher training routes
• Insight into whether teaching is the right long term career for you

Who this is for

• Graduates with a 2:1 or above (or predicted 2:1)
• Strong A Levels and academic background
• Confident, proactive individuals who want to step up
• Aspiring teachers looking for a practical route into education

Are you ready?

• Can you stand in front of a class and hold their attention?
• Do you have the confidence to lead, explain, and inspire?
• Are you ready to challenge yourself in a fast paced, rewarding environment?

This is the role people wish they had before jumping into teacher training.