Make a difference in Dorset

There are a variety of teacher training options available in Dorset. All teacher training courses offer expert academic and practical guidance from mentors and tutors who are there to help you succeed.

Training to teach in Dorset

Tax-free bursaries of up to £26,000 are available in a range of subjects - find out more about the types of funding available for teacher training.

Whichever teacher training course you choose, you'll get plenty of classroom experience in at least two local schools.

As a newly qualified teacher in Dorset, you’ll begin on a salary of at least £24,373.

Register today to get free personalised support with your application from an experienced teacher with knowledge of your region.

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Leisa's story   

Leisa, primary teacher
"I decided to train to teach because of my passion for educating the next generation. The course is extremely well organised, structured and includes input from well informed and experienced professionals, fuelling my knowledge and understanding. If you're thinking of getting into teaching, take the leap of faith."

You can search for postgraduate teacher training courses, filtering by location, training provider and subject, using the Department for Education's search tool.

Upcoming events

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Virtual Train to Teach Peterborough event

04 November 2020 - 16:30

Peterborough

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

Virtual Train to Teach Exeter event

05 November 2020 - 16:30

Exeter

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

Virtual Train to Teach Liverpool event

10 November 2020 - 16:30

Liverpool

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

Virtual Train to Teach Bristol event

11 November 2020 - 16:30

Bristol

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