Get into teaching

Why teach?

Teachers don’t just have an influence on the child they teach, but also the adult they become.

There aren’t many jobs where you go home each day knowing you have made a real difference to a child’s life. Teachers are encouraged to think of creative ways to engage their students and you’ll be able to use your experience to help bring your subject to life.

Where can you teach?

As a teacher you can teach in the following settings:

• early years (children up to the age of 5)
• primary (ages 5 to 11)
• secondary (ages 11 to 18)
• further education (for example, teaching at further education colleges or sixth form colleges)

1. Use your skills and experience

Being a teacher means being able to use your skills, and share your knowledge, expertise and passion for your subject.

2. Make a difference and give back to your community

Teaching allows you to contribute to your community in a meaningful way and is one of the most direct ways to make an impact.

3. Help and support to apply

If you want to become a teacher in England, a Teacher Training Adviser can guide you through the process with free one-to-one support.

4. Financial support while you train

There are three types of funding available for teacher training – depending on  your circumstances, you could receive all three: Get into Teaching website.