Graduate Teacher

Graduate Teacher Experience | Borehamwood | ASAP Start | Fixed Term | £24,066 per annum (FTE)

About the Role

Are you a recent graduate looking to take your first step into education? This is an excellent opportunity to join a thriving secondary school in Borehamwood as part of their Graduate Teacher Experience Programme. The role offers a full year of hands-on classroom experience, designed to prepare you for a future in teaching.

You’ll play a key role in supporting learning across all subjects and year groups — supervising lessons, delivering pre-prepared materials, and maintaining a calm, engaging classroom environment. This position is ideal for aspiring teachers keen to develop their classroom management and communication skills before progressing onto a PGCE or other teacher training route.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise classes during short-term teacher absences, ensuring lessons are delivered as planned.
• Maintain good order and a positive learning environment throughout the school day.
• Support students with learning tasks and promote engagement across all key stages.
• Record attendance, monitor progress, and report any concerns to senior staff.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and support staff to uphold school values and standards.
• Participate in induction and professional development activities to build teaching experience.

About You

• A recent graduate (any discipline) with a genuine interest in education.
• Confident, reliable, and enthusiastic about working with young people.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to manage classroom behaviour effectively.
• Keen to learn, develop, and progress towards teacher training.

Why Join?

You’ll be part of a supportive and inclusive school community that values staff development. This is a fantastic chance to gain practical classroom experience in a structured, professional environment — an ideal foundation for anyone looking to train as a teacher.

Not quite the right role? We’re working with a number of schools and nurseries — feel free to get in touch to discuss other current opportunities.

Dunbar Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, references, and full compliance with safer recruitment procedures. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.