Trainee Primary Teacher

Trainee Primary Teacher | Barnet | September 2026 Start

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Are you a graduate from a top university, graduating this year or last year, ready to start your journey as a Trainee Primary Teacher?
 
This Trainee Primary Teacher opportunity offers a one-year, salaried, school-based route into teaching within a high-performing, values-driven environment. As a Trainee Primary Teacher, you will train from day one in an outstanding Barnet school known for excellent outcomes and high expectations.
 
This Trainee Primary Teacher role provides structured support, and as a Trainee Primary Teacher, you will gradually take on teaching responsibilities, planning lessons, assessing progress, and creating an engaging classroom environment with guidance from experienced mentors.
 
What the School Offers | Trainee Primary Teacher Role

• A one-year, school-based teacher training programme
• A salary of £29,383
• Structured training with dedicated mentoring and professional development
• One day per week at university, alongside in-school training
• The opportunity to specialise in EYFS, KS1 or KS2
• A collaborative staff team focused on developing outstanding teachers

 
The Opportunity: Trainee Primary Teacher

• Full-time position | Barnet
• September 2026 start
• Train and teach across four days per week
• One day per week dedicated to university study
• Gain QTS by the end of the programme
• Primary placement based predominantly in one school

 
Candidate Profile

• A 2:1 or above from a leading university in a relevant degree
• Strong academic background, including excellent A-Level results
• A clear commitment to a career in teaching
• Strong communication skills, with a proactive and reflective approach

 
While you may choose to specialise in EYFS, KS1 or KS2 during your training year, you will be fully qualified to teach across all primary year groups upon completion of the programme.
 
Apply Now | Trainee Primary Teacher
Ambitious graduate? Apply now to secure your September 2026 Trainee Primary Teacher position through this school-based training route.
 
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