Graduate Teaching Apprenticeship Programme – Start Your Teaching Career with Maritime Academy Trust!
Are you a passionate graduate looking to launch an exciting career in teaching? Featherby Partnership School is offering an opportunity to train as a primary school teacher through our Graduate Teaching Apprenticeship Programme, starting in September 2025 .
Salary: Point 1 UQT, rising to Point 1 MPS in the final term when QTS is awarded.
Featherby Partnership School is part of the Maritime Multi-Academy Trust, a group of schools based in Greenwich, Kent, and Medway. Together, we focus on collaboration, innovation, and providing children with the skills they need to succeed in life. We pride ourselves on being a school where every child is encouraged to develop confidence, creativity, and curiosity while learning to value the perspectives of others. Our curriculum is hands-on and engaging, ensuring all pupils—whatever their starting points—can make great progress.
By joining us, you will become part of a supportive and forward-thinking team where you can develop professionally and make a real impact. We provide:
* A nurturing school environment with engaged, enthusiastic children.
* The freedom to deliver a creative and inspiring curriculum .
* Fantastic career progression opportunities with expert mentorship.
* A strong sense of collaboration and shared best practices across our schools.
About the Graduate Teaching Apprenticeship Programme
This 15-month, fully funded apprenticeship will give you Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) after the first 12 months, followed by an End Point Assessment (EPA) in the final term. The programme is delivered in partnership with the University of East London, and all tuition fees are covered by our Apprenticeship Levy fund .
For more details on the apprenticeship structure, visit the UEL website: UEL Teacher Apprenticeship
Who Can Apply?
To be eligible, you must have:
* A degree (in any subject).
* GCSEs at Grade 4 (C) or above in English, Maths, and Science .
* A passion for teaching and inspiring young minds .
* Experience working in a school or educational setting
As a Teaching Apprentice at Featherby Partnership Schools you will benefit from:
* A dedicated mentor to guide you throughout the programme.
* A comprehensive CPD programme to develop your skills.
* A fully supported apprenticeship with expert training.
* Trust-wide well-being initiatives and social activities .
* Access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme .
How to Apply
We encourage you to visit our school to see our vibrant learning environment first-hand. To book a visit, please contact the school office - 01634 231984
Further details about our school can be found in the attached application pack. To apply, please submit your application via the My New Term website before the deadline. We reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive suitable applications before the deadline.
At Maritime Academy Trust, we celebrate diversity and equal opportunities. We are committed to building a team that reflects a range of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills – because the more inclusive we are, the better our work becomes.
Maritime Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and pre-employment checks. In line with KCSIE 2024 guidance, we may conduct an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence process.
Take the first step towards a rewarding teaching career – apply today!