Postgraduate Teacher Apprenticeships

Postgraduate Teacher Apprenticeships in Humanities and specifically Geography, History, Business and Economics.

Initial fixed contract term of 1 year with the opportunity to extend for the right candidates.

Unqualified Teacher Scale Salary

Start Date Autumn 2024

We are seeking highly qualified graduates who are looking for the right opportunity to begin their career in education. The apprenticeship programme provides aspiring teachers with hands-on experience in the classroom alongside experienced educators. Apprentices will gain practical skills and knowledge that will prepare you for a successful career in education.

The course is an alternative route to traditional initial teacher training, and offers a postgraduate-level qualification (PGCE) leading to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). There are no tuition fees, and it provides the opportunity to earn while you learn.

As a teacher apprentice at Oaks Park High School, you will work closely with our dedicated teams to create engaging lesson plans, develop assessment strategies, and build positive relationships with students. You will have the opportunity to observe and participate in classroom instruction from day one, as well as receive valuable feedback and support from our team of experienced educators.

In addition to school based training you will undertake a range of professional studies and assessments with our ITT provider. The majority of this training will be delivered online, you will not be required to regularly be away from school to attend university lectures. In school, you will put into practice straightaway the learning from online teaching, materials, webinars and live tutorials. You will be part of a cohort of fellow trainee teachers, with whom you will share experiences and learning online each week.

You will have achieved the following minimum requirements to be eligible to apply for this position

• A degree awarded by a UK higher education provider, or a recognised equivalent qualification.
• A standard equivalent to grade C/4, or above, in GCSE English and mathematics examinations

At Oaks Park High School, we are committed to providing our teacher apprentices with a supportive and inclusive learning environment that values diversity and fosters growth. If you're passionate about education and ready to take the first step towards a rewarding career in teaching, we invite you to apply.

What We Offer:

• Supportive, collaborative environment
• Local Government Pension Scheme and staff benefits
• Oversubscribed 11-18 mixed school with 350+ sixth form students and excellent facilities
• Complimentary medical and wellbeing benefits for staff 
• Ambitious, supportive multicultural community centred on child's needs
• Renowned for outstanding student behaviour and purposeful learning environment
• Committed to highest standards of student care/achievement - seeking outstanding staff

Early application is advised as applicants may be contacted at any stage during the recruitment process and the advert may then be closed. If you would like to arrange a visit to the School then please contact Liz Thompson (Headteacher's PA) at Ethompson@oakspark.redbridge.sch.uk who will be happy to assist.

Safeguarding:

Oaks Park High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. As such, all staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Shortlisted candidates are required prior to interview, to disclose any unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Non disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily prevent you from employment depending on the offence(s).  

Shortlisted candidates will also be required to bring their current DBS certificate with them to interview. References from the previous and current employer (Headteacher if the candidate currently works in a school) will be requested and appointments can only be made upon receipt of satisfactory references and a newly applied for Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check from the Disclosure and Barring Services.