Graduate English Trainee Teacher
| Posting date: | 28 July 2025 |
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| Salary: | £28,576 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 August 2025 |
| Location: | CB2 0QH |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | KPI RECRUITING LTD |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | CFEngTT28.7-30266 |
Summary
Graduate English Trainee Teacher – Salaried Training Opportunity
Location: Secondary School, Cambridge
Start Date: September 2025
Starting Salary: £28,576
The Opportunity
Are you a recent English graduate with a love for language, literature, and education? Would you like to train as a qualified English teacher while earning a full salary?
We are working in partnership with a dynamic and forward-thinking secondary school in Cambridge to recruit a Graduate English Trainee Teacher. This is a full-time, salaried teacher training opportunity—ideal for ambitious graduates seeking to gain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) while building real classroom experience from the very beginning.
Why Apply?
• Full-time, salaried Graduate English Trainee Teacher role
• Start date: September 2025
• Earn while you train – starting salary of £28,576
• Gain QTS through an in-school training route
• Teach English across Key Stages 3 and 4
• Be part of a well-established, supportive English department
• Access to outstanding mentoring and professional development
• Perfect for graduates passionate about English, education, and making an impact
Key Responsibilities
As a Graduate English Trainee Teacher, you will:
• Support and eventually lead the planning and delivery of inspiring English lessons
• Help pupils develop key skills in reading, writing, and literary analysis
• Lead small group interventions and exam preparation sessions
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment
• Support classroom behaviour and student participation
• Engage in structured professional training and collaborative learning with colleagues
Graduate English Trainee Teacher - Who We’re Looking For
We’re looking for motivated and committed graduates who meet the following criteria:
• A 2:1 or higher degree in English Literature, English Language, or a closely related subject
• A strong passion for education and enthusiasm for English as a subject
• Some experience working with young people (e.g., mentoring, tutoring, classroom support)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A long-term commitment to a career in secondary teaching
• Resilience, adaptability, and a willingness to grow through hands-on experience
How to Apply
To apply for this Graduate English Trainee Teacher role in Cambridge, please send your CV and a short cover letter outlining your passion for teaching and relevant experience to: CaseyF@kpir.co.uk
Train. Earn. Inspire.
Begin your teaching journey in one of the UK’s most historic and intellectually vibrant cities.
Graduate English Trainee Teacher – Salaried Training Route – £28,576 Starting Salary
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