Life as a teacher

Life as a teacher

Every day you’ll get the chance to inspire young people and use your skills to give something back – making sure every pupil gets the same access to a quality education and the opportunity to succeed.

Explore this section to find out what a career in teaching could offer you.

Rewards of teaching

There aren’t many careers where you can combine playing an important role in children’s lives with benefits such as a competitive salary, generous pension, and financial support while training.

Career progression

Opportunities for progression are plentiful and can be tailored to match your strengths and interests.

Real-life experiences

Teachers and trainees offer insight into day-to-day life in a school and the job satisfaction that comes with making a difference to young people’s lives.

Upcoming events

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Train to Teach Nottingham

08 October 2019 - 16:30

Nottingham

This event in Nottingham will give you the chance to ask experts about your teacher training options and what it’s like to teach.

Train to Teach London

12 October 2019 - 10:00

London

This event in London will give you the chance to ask experts about your teacher training options and what it’s like to teach.

Train to Teach Liverpool

15 October 2019 - 16:30

Liverpool

This event in Liverpool will give you the chance to ask experts about your teacher training options and what it’s like to teach.

Train to Teach Newcastle

16 October 2019 - 16:30

Newcastle upon Tyne

This event in Newcastle will give you the chance to ask experts about your teacher training options and what it’s like to teach.