Inspire the next generation and bring your experience to the classroom. Train to teach secondary in Wales and be the one to make a difference to hundreds of learners.
Become a specialist in your subject. Wales needs more secondary teachers, especially in priority subjects for recruitment:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Design & Technology
- Information Technology
- Mathematics
- Modern Foreign Languages
- Physics
- Welsh
Schools need more teachers who can speak Welsh too – in all subjects.
WHY TEACH IN WALES?
Teaching goes beyond the classroom. You can impact learners, their families and their communities.
Expand your knowledge and progress your learning with training opportunities throughout your career.
Feel secure in your career: start your teaching career on £32,400 a year, with the potential to earn up to £140,600 a year as a Headteacher.
HOW TO BECOME A TEACHER
There are many ways to train to teach and get your Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
Choose the route that fits your life, whether you need part-time training or something more flexible to fit around your routine.
You can study for a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) at universities across Wales, with full-time ITE programmes on offer at:
- Bangor University
- Cardiff Partnership
- Swansea University
- University of South Wales (USW) – primary only
- Yr Athrofa (University of Wales Trinity St David, Carmarthen and Swansea)
Need more flexibility? The Open University offers a Part Time PGCE, and a Salaried PGCE where you can train whilst working at a school.
FUNDING
You could be eligible for financial incentives to support you while you train:
- £15,000 to study to teach a secondary Priority Subject
- £5,000 for student teachers from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds
- £5,000 to study to teach secondary in Welsh, PLUS your university could offer their own support for teaching in Welsh.
If you complete three years of teaching secondary in Welsh, you could receive a £5,000 retention bursary.
Information about funding for postgraduate Initial Teacher Education (ITE) programmes can also be found on the Student Finance Wales website.
QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED
- Mathematics and English or Welsh GCSE grade C or equivalent.
- Primary teachers also require a C grade in GCSE Science.
- You will also need an appropriate university degree to apply to a PGCE programme.
Your chosen university can provide guidance on relevant qualifications and specific ITE eligibility.
WHY CHOOSE WALES?
Bring your passion to the classroom under the Curriculum for Wales.
There’s also plenty of Professional Learning support available throughout your career.
NEXT STEPS
Get in touch for more information and to chat about options.
Events – Join us at one of our events from university open days, we can help you with your application and interview advice.
Follow Teaching Wales – our campaign for aspiring teachers in Wales.
Apply for work experience at a local school to get a taste of what life is like at the front of a classroom.
WHO ARE WE?
Educators Wales can help you no matter what stage of your career journey you’re at - from trainee applicants to fully qualified teachers looking for new teaching positions. We can help you find your dream role on our vacancies page.
Get in touch with one of our team today!
Call 02920 460099
Email: information@educators.wales
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