Graduate Teaching Pathway – Oxford

Location: Oxford
Start Dates: April or September 2026
Contract Type: Full-time
Progression Route: Classroom Experience Salaried Teacher Training (QTS)

Begin Your Career in Education

Are you a graduate considering a future in teaching? This opportunity in Oxford offers a supported route into the profession, allowing you to gain hands-on school experience before progressing into a fully salaried teacher training position.

This pathway is ideal if you want to build confidence in the classroom and develop practical skills prior to committing to formal training.

Your First Year: SEND Teaching Assistant Experience

You will begin your journey working in a secondary school as a Teaching Assistant, supporting students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

In this role, you will:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for students with SEND
• Assist pupils in accessing the curriculum and engaging in lessons
• Support behaviour management and emotional regulation strategies
• Work closely with teachers and the SENCO to implement tailored support plans
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive learning environment

This stage is designed to build your confidence, communication skills, and understanding of differentiated learning. There is no requirement for lesson planning or marking.

Your Second Year: Teacher Training

Following a successful first year, you will move into a salaried teacher training position within the same school or trust.

During this stage, you will:

• Train towards Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Receive ongoing mentoring and structured support
• Gradually take on teaching responsibilities
• Have the opportunity to complete a PGCE alongside your training

This ensures a smooth transition from classroom experience into a fully qualified teaching role.

Your First Year: SEND Teaching Assistant Experience

You will begin your journey working in a secondary school as a Teaching Assistant, supporting students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

In this role, you will:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for students with SEND
• Assist pupils in accessing the curriculum and engaging in lessons
• Support behaviour management and emotional regulation strategies
• Work closely with teachers and the SENCO to implement tailored support plans
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive learning environment

This stage is designed to build your confidence, communication skills, and understanding of differentiated learning. There is no requirement for lesson planning or marking.

What You’ll Receive

• Paid experience from the outset
• A clear pathway into a salaried teacher training programme
• Full-time school hours (Monday to Friday)
• Access to professional development and training resources
• Ongoing support from experienced educators and consultants

Apply Today

If you're ready to take your first step into teaching in Oxford, we would love to hear from you.

Submit your CV to apply and begin your journey towards becoming a qualified teacher.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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