Trainee English Teacher | Barnet | September 2026 Start

Are you a high-achieving English graduate ready to begin your career as a Trainee English Teacher?

This Trainee English Teacher opportunity is ideal for an aspiring Trainee English Teacher looking to train in a high-performing, academically ambitious school.

This oversubscribed secondary school in Barnet is known for its excellent Progress 8 score and consistently strong GCSE and A-Level English results. Students achieve a high proportion of top grades each year and regularly progress to leading universities, making it an outstanding environment for a Trainee English Teacher to develop.

The Opportunity: Trainee English Teacher

• Full-time, permanent position
• September 2026 start
• Starting salary from £28,000
• Teach English across KS3 and KS4, with opportunity to support A-Level
• Structured training pathway leading to QTS

As a Trainee English Teacher, you will gain hands-on classroom experience from the outset, working alongside experienced teachers in a successful and well-resourced English department. This Trainee English Teacher role will enable you to build confidence in delivering engaging and challenging lessons.

Candidate Profile

• A 2:1 or above in English or English Literature from a top UK university
• A or A* in A-Level English Literature or English Language
• A genuine passion for literature and education
• Strong communication skills and a proactive approach
• A commitment to raising attainment and inspiring students

What the School Offers

• A highly regarded teacher training programme with expert mentoring
• A successful English department with excellent GCSE and A-Level outcomes
• Motivated, articulate students who engage well with learning
• A supportive and collaborative staff team focused on professional growth

Apply Now | Trainee English Teacher

If you are an ambitious graduate ready to become a Trainee English Teacher in a high-performing Barnet school, apply now to secure your September 2026 position.

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