English Graduate Trainee Teacher Opportunity

Excel Academy | Paid School-Based Placement | Teacher Training Pathway

Are you a recent English graduate or someone passionate about pursuing a career in teaching?

A fantastic opportunity is available at Excel Academy for an aspiring English teacher to gain invaluable classroom experience through a fully supported school-based placement, with a guaranteed placement of at least 12 weeks.

This role is ideal for graduates considering a future in teaching and offers a clear pathway into formal teacher training through either a SCITT programme or Teaching Degree Apprenticeship.

What's on Offer?

• Guaranteed placement for a minimum of 12 weeks
• Opportunity to extend through to May for the right candidate
• Hands-on classroom experience in a supportive secondary school environment
• School visit and meet-and-greet before placement begins
• Potential progression into teacher training with Alpha in the following academic year
• Excellent opportunity to build experience and develop teaching skills before formal training

Candidate RequirementsTo be considered, you must have:

• A degree in English or a degree with at least 50% English-related content
• A minimum degree classification of 2:2
• GCSE Grade 4/C or above in:
  • English
  • Maths
  • Science
• A genuine interest in pursuing a career in teaching
• Strong communication s...