Trainee Teacher (Secondary)

Trainee Teacher (Secondary) - Start Your Career in North East Essex Advance Teacher Training - In Partnership with The Sigma Trust & Teach First Are you a passionate graduate ready to make a real difference in the lives of young people? Train to teach in a school based in Colchester or Tendring from September 2027 on our highly-supportive, evidence-led teacher training programme. We offer opportunities to train in a wide range of secondary subjects. Applications submitted via My New Term WILL NOT be considered - please apply via https://advanceteach.org.uk Why Choose Advance Teacher Training? We work in partnership with The Sigma Trust and the renowned Teach First to deliver expert, evidence-led teacher training that is local to you and designed for success.

• Well Supported School-Based Training: You will spend most of your training time in one dedicated host school, giving you immediate opportunities to practise theory in a classroom environment.
• Dedicated 1:1 Mentoring: You will be matched with an experienced teacher who will serve as your dedicated mentor. They provide weekly instructional coaching and one-to-one guidance, supporting your development every step of the way.
• Work-Life Balance Built-In: We know that work-life balance is important, so our Teacher Training is designed to build your confidence in the classroom and respect your need for a life away from work.
• Leading Educational Theory: Our partnership with Ambition Institute ensures your training is underpinned by the latest educational research, delivered through a combination of engaging face-to-face sessions and theoretical study on our online learning portal.
• Additional Support: You will receive additional support from an experienced central team of lead mentors and training facilitators who will get to know you and be able to support you every step of the way.
We really value the deep research and educational theory that underpins Ambition Institute's programmes and this, coupled with our years of experience successfully delivering initial teacher training, makes for a strong partnership that benefits all. What & How Will I Learn? (Professional Development) You will achieve Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) through a combination of assignments, self-guided learning plus face-to-face and online sessions with other trainees, ensuring both theory and practice are integrated:
• In-School Practice: Classroom teaching practice, peer support, and weekly 1:1 guidance from your mentor.
• Focused Topic Weeks: Dive deeper into complex areas of teaching with the support of additional experts in education.
• Broad Experience: Additional placement days outside of your host school to experience the breadth of the English education system.
  
  You are the perfect fit for starting your career in secondary teaching with us if you have:
• A degree (in any subject, but you may need to take a Subject Knowledge Enhancement course if your degree is in a different subject to the one you will train in).
• GCSE Maths and English at Grade C/4 or above, or an equivalent qualification.
• A genuine passion for teaching, a drive to inspire and motivate students, and the ability to act as a positive role model.