The salaried route is an option for those who already have significant experience working in a school and are ready to take the next step into teaching. This is an employment-based route that allows you to earn a salary while you train towards Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

What the Salaried route offers

Salaried trainees benefit from:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) on successful completion
  • The opportunity to complete a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) with 60 Master’s-level credits
  • A salary of at least £20,598 while training
  • A starting salary of £31,000 to £38,000 once qualified (depending on location)
  • Training costs that are covered by the school, meaning this is a route into teaching with no tuition fee debt

A Practical, Immersive Training Experience

As a salaried trainee, you’ll be in the classroom from day one, taking an active role in teaching and school life. You will:

  • Be employed full-time by your school for the academic year
  • Teach up to 80% of a 4-day timetable, gradually increasing responsibility
  • Take full responsibility for planning, teaching and assessing pupils’ learning

Because of the high level of responsibility from the outset, this route is best suited to those with substantial prior experience working in a school environment.

Eligibility Requirements

To apply for the salaried route, you must have:

Science (for Primary applicants only)

A UK degree (or a recognised equivalent qualification)

GCSEs at grade 4/C or above in:

English and Maths (for all applicants)

Is This Route Right for You?

The salaried route is ideal for those already working in schools who are ready to step into a teaching role with the support of expert mentors and a structured training programme.

If you’re looking to earn while you train and already have classroom experience, this could be the perfect next step in your teaching career.

For prospective trainees:

To apply via the salaried route, you must first secure employment with a school that is happy to support your training. Once this is confirmed, please contact CTTC for guidance on the next steps. Salaried places are limited and highly competitive, so we encourage candidates to start speaking to schools early in the academic year. If you do not yet have an employing school, the Tuition Fee route may be a more appropriate starting point.

For schools:

If you’re a school looking to support a salaried trainee, we’d be delighted to work with you. Please contact CTTC to discuss how we can help you plan and deliver a high-quality training year for your prospective teacher.