Trainee Teacher

Trainee Teacher Opportunity at de Stafford Secondary School, part of GLF Schools Trust.

About de Stafford School:

de Stafford is committed to ensuring they provide all students with an outstanding learning experience so that they are fully prepared for the challenges of the modern world; where excellent examination results are achieved within a structure that supports the development of highly aspirational and confident young adults comfortable in their place within society and the positive contribution they can make to it. Their relentless focus on learning and achievement ensures lessons are taught within a framework of creativity, innovation, and challenge. They are an inclusive learning community committed to providing all students with the opportunity to flourish and to fulfil their academic, social, and personal potential within a calm, happy, and purposeful school environment based on a culture of high expectations and mutual respect.

About GLF Schools:

de Stafford School is part of GLF Schools, a Multi-Academy Trust comprising 43 schools with a strong presence in the Southeast region including both primary and secondary schools. Through our partnership with Inspiring Future Teachers (IFT), we offer a variety of locally delivered teacher training routes from employment-based options to fee-funded pathways. We are committed to training, developing, and employing our trainee teachers as Early Career Teachers (ECTs) across all our GLF schools. We have a specific teacher training base in Banstead in Surrey, Didcot in Oxfordshire, and in Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre in Reading, offering candidates a choice of where to do their Friday core training.

Could this be you? Are you a passionate graduate based in or near Caterham and ready to begin your teaching career at de Stafford School?

About the Trainee Teacher Programme:

We are excited to offer aspiring teachers a fantastic opportunity to train at de Stafford School supported by our expert GLF Teacher Training Hub. You’ll benefit from:

• High-quality school-based training and placement at de Stafford School
• Locally delivered training sessions
• Mentorship from experienced teachers committed to your development

You’ll also gain practical hands-on experience across your chosen age range.

Qualifications Required:

To be eligible to apply, you’ll need:

• A UK bachelor’s degree (2:2 or above although some 3rd class degrees may be considered)
• GCSE English and Maths at grade 4 (C) or above (plus Science for primary)
• Right to work and study in the UK with 3 years of residency in the UK / EEA

Funding & Training Route Options:

We offer both salaried and fee-funded routes in Surrey schools:

• Salaried Route (Employment-Based): You are employed full-time (32.5 hrs/week) on the Unqualified Teacher Pay Scale. The school pays tuition fees for QTS. Option to add PGCE for £500 (trainee-funded).
• Fee-Funded Route: Unpaid training placement but eligible for:

• Tuition Fee Loan (up to full cost)
• Maintenance Loan (up to £13,000)
• Tax-free DfE bursaries (for shortage secondary subjects)

• £9,535 (QTS + PGCE)
• £9,035 (QTS only)

• Year 1: £7,145
• Year 2: £4,762
• PGCE is not available on this route.

Why Train with GLF Teacher Training:

• Local training: Receive weekly training in your area by local expert practitioners - no long commutes!
• Collaborative Trust: Work alongside a network of professionals across the region within GLF schools.
• Personalised support: Your wellbeing and workload are prioritised.
• Career progression: Many trainees secure ECT positions in our GLF Schools. 96% of last year's trainees secured an ECT position with our support.

Placement School - de Stafford School:

All trainees have two placement schools and GLF Teacher Training ensures your second placement school is carefully matched to ensure reasonable travel and the right fit for your training needs.