Why teach secondary in Wales?
Teaching is about more than delivering lessons. It’s about helping young people build confidence, discover their strengths and shape their future.
As a secondary teacher, you’ll specialise in a subject you care about, work with learners as they develop their skills, and play a key role in preparing them for life beyond school.
Start your teaching career on £33,731 a year. Work your way up to earning up to £51,942 a year as a classroom teacher.
If you’re passionate about your subject, you could train to teach in a Welsh secondary school, with support, funding and clear routes in.
There’s particularly high demand for teachers in Priority Subjects:
• Biology, Chemistry, Physics
• Mathematics
• Design and Technology
• Digital Technology and/or Computer Science
• International Languages
• Welsh
There’s a route into teaching that works for you
What qualifications are needed?
• Mathematics and English or Welsh GCSE grade C or equivalent.
• You will also need an appropriate university degree (2:2 or above) 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.
