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Apply for the Teach First Training Programme

Change lives through teaching.

Our partner schools are facing many challenges, including a high demand for great teachers to start in school this September.

That’s why we are still welcoming applications for in-demand subjects

Train to become a teacher, earn a salary and work towards a PGCE – all while becoming a Change Maker in classrooms and communities where you're needed most.

Applications are open now for in-demand subjects.

We’re currently accepting applications for high-demand subjects across England. Please check the Teach First website for current availability. 

Explore what’s open now and start your journey towards becoming a teacher.

Open with national flexibility.

Some subjects are open, but placements are only available in areas with the greatest need — so you’ll need to be flexible about where you teach.

We’ll match you with a school anywhere in England, based on availability.

Salary Progression

Once you finish our Training Programme, you’ll be a qualified teacher. You could earn up to £62,496 (Inner London) and £51,048 (rest of England).

Salaries for leadership roles in teaching

Our trainees are more than seven times more likely to progress to senior leadership early in their career.

If you progress to become a leading practitioner, you could earn up to £85,509 (inner London), or £76,050 (rest of England).

Headteachers earn up to £147,586 (inner London) or £138,265 (rest of England).

How to apply

It takes around 10 minutes to get started. You’ll need:

  • Confirmation you meet our essential criteria
  • Your contact details
  • Your degree information
  • Your A-levels (or non-UK equivalent)

You can add details like GCSEs and specific modules later. Once you’ve applied, we’ll review your details and email your next steps. You’ll also be supported by a dedicated programme talent officer from application to classroom.

Take your first step to becoming a Change Maker.