Graduate Teacher Trainee - French & Spanish

Graduate Teacher Training – French & Spanish Graduates

Poole, Dorset September 2026 Start

Permanent £30,238 per annum PGCE & QTS Included

Are you a high-achieving French or Spanish graduate considering a career in teaching?

A successful secondary school in Poole, Dorset is seeking outstanding graduates to join its salaried Graduate Teacher Training programme from September 2026. This opportunity provides a structured pathway into teaching, allowing you to gain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) while earning a full salary.

This is an ideal opportunity for graduates who are passionate about languages and wish to develop their classroom practice within a supportive and well-established Modern Foreign Languages department.

The Role

As a Graduate Teacher Trainee, you will work alongside experienced teachers, gradually developing your teaching skills through a combination of practical classroom experience, professional training and expert mentoring.

You will receive comprehensive support throughout your training year and will be fully prepared to progress into a qualified teaching position upon successful completion of the programme.

What We Offer

• Permanent Graduate Teacher Training position

• Salary of £30,238 per annum

• Fully funded PGCE and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• September 2026 start

• Outstanding teacher training and mentoring

• Full-time position

• Clear progression into a qualified teaching role

• Access to ongoing professional development opportunities

Person Specification

Applicants should possess:

• A degree in French or Spanish (minimum 2:1 preferred)

• A strong academic background, including GCSEs and A Levels

• GCSE Grade 4/C or above in English and Mathematics

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• A genuine enthusiasm for language learning and education

• The commitment and resilience required for a career in teaching

About the School

The school is a well-regarded secondary setting located in Poole, Dorset, with a strong commitment to academic achievement, staff development and student wellbeing. The Modern Foreign Languages department is a valued part of the curriculum and has a track record of strong outcomes and high levels of student engagement.

Staff benefit from a collaborative culture, high-quality professional development and excellent support throughout their careers.

How to Apply

Applications are welcomed from final-year students and graduates of French or Spanish who are seeking a high-quality, salaried route into teaching.

Interviews are taking place throughout the academic year for a September 2026 start. Early applications are encouraged.