Graduate English Teacher Training in Burnley, North West

Graduate English Teacher Training | Burnley

£26,761 Salary | Fully Funded Teacher Training | Full-Time | September 2026 Start

Train to Become an English Teacher – Earn While You Learn

Are you an English graduate looking to begin a rewarding career in secondary education?

Our supportive secondary school in Burnley is offering a salaried, fully funded route into teaching, allowing you to gain invaluable classroom experience while working towards Initial Teacher Training (ITT). You'll receive expert mentoring throughout the academic year before progressing towards Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – all without paying tuition fees.

If you're passionate about English and eager to inspire the next generation of learners, this is an excellent opportunity to launch your teaching career.

What You'll Receive

• £26,761 annual salary, paid throughout your training
• Fully funded Initial Teacher Training (ITT) – no tuition fees
• A structured pathway towards Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Outstanding mentoring from experienced English teachers
• High-quality professional development throughout the academic year
• A supportive and collaborative school environment
• Pension scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Excellent transport links across Burnley and East Lancashire

Person Specification

To be considered, you'll need:

• A 2:1 degree or above in English Literature, English Language, Creative Writing, Journalism, Media Studies, or a related subject
• GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4 (C) or above
• A Levels at Grade C or above, or an equivalent Level 3 BTEC qualification
• A genuine passion for education and a desire to become a secondary English teacher
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Full right to work in the UK

Important: GCSE or A Level equivalency qualifications cannot be accepted for this programme.

The Role

From your first day, you'll become a valued member of the English department, supporting students across Key Stages 3 and 4 while developing the knowledge and practical skills needed to become an outstanding teacher.

You will:

• Support teaching and learning in English lessons
• Deliver targeted literacy interventions to individuals and small groups
• Provide one-to-one academic mentoring
• Assist with lesson planning and classroom preparation
• Develop your classroom practice under the guidance of experienced English teachers
• Build the confidence and experience needed to progress into teacher training

This is a fantastic opportunity to earn while you learn, gain meaningful classroom experience, and take the first step towards a successful and rewarding teaching career within a thriving Burnley secondary school.

Apply Today

If you're ready to begin your journey into teaching and make a lasting difference to young people's lives, we'd love to hear from you.

Graduate English Teacher Training
Burnley
£26,761 Salary
Fully Funded Teacher Training
September 2026 Start

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