Graduate Teacher Training

Ambition Institute • Full-time • England • from £31,650 / year • 9h ago

Shape the Future, One Classroom at a Time

Train to teach with Ambition Institute and make a meaningful impact from day one.

About the Company

Ambition Institute is a national education charity and the largest professional development provider for teachers and school leaders in England. In 2023/24, 1 in 9 educators in state-funded schools trained with Ambition. Their mission is to help every child—especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds—reach their full potential through exceptional teaching.

About the Opportunity

Ambition Institute’s Teacher Training Programme is a 12-month, postgraduate path to gaining Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a PGCE. Trainees learn in real classrooms through school placements, with weekly 1:1 mentoring, and gain experience in both a main and contrasting school setting. There are full-time and part-time options, funding of up to £31,000 available, and potential salaried placements with certain school partners. You’ll graduate ready to lead a classroom and earn a starting salary of £31,650+.

What We’re Looking For

✅ A UK bachelor’s degree with honours (2:2 or above)

✅ GCSE grade 4/C or above in English and maths (plus science for primary trainees)

✅ Commitment to improving the lives of young people

✅ International applicants must provide a UK ENIC statement and have the right to work in the UK full-time

✅ Some partners may require subject-related degrees or A Levels

Applications open now – choose your school partner and take the first step toward becoming an inspirational teacher.