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Train to teach English

English teachers open the minds of young people to new ideas, stories, histories and experiences – that they might otherwise never have known. You help students to become fluent, thoughtful, and reflective readers and writers.

Become and English teacher

As a United Teaching trainee, you will:

  • Engage with literary texts and contexts
  • Explore strategies for supporting and developing student literacy
  • Encourage critical thinking and analytical writing from students
  • Use best practices and research to make your lessons interesting and effective
  • Develop strategies to help students adapt their language for a range of contexts and audiences

Rated Outstanding by Ofsted, our training programme gives you the skills, knowledge and confidence you need to be a successful and effective English teacher.

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Key details

Duration
One year

Location
110+ partner schools across England

Qualifications after completion

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), which qualifies you to teach in schools in England
  • PGCE (optional)

Fees (UK students)

  • QTS and PGCE: £9,250
  • QTS only: £7,250

Financial support
You could receive up to £31,000 in scholarships and bursaries

Salaried teacher training available

Teacher Training Programme

As a school centred initial teacher training programme, you’ll be in the classroom from day one. Immersed in a teaching and learning environment, you will be shaping the lives and minds of young people from the get-go.

  • Delivered by subject specialists: Our programme is designed and delivered by expert practitioners, well-versed in teaching methodologies, lesson planning and advanced curriculum planning. 
  • Dedicated support: Every United Teaching teacher trainee is supported by a subject and a professional mentor who will guide you through lesson planning, lesson observations, behaviour strategies, and career guidance
  • Subject-specific continuous professional development: In addition to your weekly training sessions, you will benefit from guest training sessions led by renowned teachers
  • Research-driven curriculum: Our teacher training curriculum is shaped by the latest educational research, ensuring you're fully prepared to excel in the classroom.
  • Salaried routes: On our salaried route, you can earn a salary from day one. In addition, your tuition fees are covered by us. Find out how you can fund your teacher training.