Make a difference in Merseyside

There are a variety of teacher training options available in Merseyside. 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 Merseyside

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 Merseyside, you’ll begin on a salary of at least £24,373. Addtionally, you could also benefit from early-career payments and the Teachers’ Student Loan Reimbursement scheme in certain subjects. 

Register today to get free personalised support with your application and the funding available if you train to teach from an experienced teacher with knowledge of your region.

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Selma's story   

Selma, teacher
"My mother inspired me to become a teacher. Growing up I remember watching all the hard work, love and determination she would put into her job, and the wonderfully funny stories the children would tell her. I knew I wanted the same and what’s more fulfilling than teaching!"

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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Train to Teach Milton Keynes virtual event

26 January 2021 - 17:00

Milton Keynes

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

Train to Teach Stoke virtual event

27 January 2021 - 17:00

Stoke

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

Train to Teach Blackpool virtual event

28 January 2021 - 17:00

Blackpool

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

Train to Teach London virtual event

30 January 2021 - 10:00

London

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