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There are many different aspects to this sector from classroom teaching, higher education lecturing, youth and community work to professional training.
The main employers are academies, free schools, local education authorities, colleges, universities, private schools, educational charities, private schools and professional training companies.

Take a look at the various links and job roles below to see what could be in store for you. 

  • For most you will need a degree in the subject you would like to teach or train although this is not always the case.
  • The efforts of volunteers worldwide are equal to 109 million full-time workers
  • Trainee Teachers are now eligible for a training bursary depending on their specialist subject and degree classification. 
Useful subjects:

• English • ICT  • History • Languages • Maths • Media • Music • Psychology • Science • Childcare 

Jobs ideas for this industry:

•  Primary School Teacher Secondary School TeacherHead Teacher • Education Welfare Officer  • Higher Education LecturerYouth Worker • Community Support & Outreach Worker • Family Support WorkerSocial Worker • Charity Fundraiser  (For more, check out the Job Areas below!)

Next step:

Explore this industry in detail through the job areas below which include detailed job ideas, local employers and opportunities. 

3 Job Areas

Did You Know?
The biggest school in the world is the City Montessori school in Lucknow, in India. It was set up in 1959 with just five pupils by Dr Jagdish Gandhi and his wife and currently has over 52,000 students and 1050 classrooms! Imagine that!

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VACANCY SNAPSHOT WC 04/08/2025
Closing Date:
25th August 2025
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£13,741 for your first year
Location:
Ipswich, Suffolk
Apprentice School Office Administration Assistant - The Oaks are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join their busy and friendly school office team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to start their career in admi...
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Mentoring Case Study - Greg
Greg was referred to our mentoring programme after seven months of unemployment, with our mentor Shae offering friendly, practical support and helping him improve his CV, find job opportunities, and prepare for interviews. With his confidence boosted, Gr...
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Fantastic new apprenticeship roles this week in Norfolk! Early Years Educator - Architectural Joiner - Equine Groom - Information Communications Technician - Accounts Assistant -
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Bright Horizons - Early Year's Apprentice
Closing Date:
14th August 2025
Salary:
£25,539 per annum
Location:
Bury St Edmunds
We’re looking for an Early Years Apprentice to join our Bury St Edmunds Nursery. The Nursery is rated "Good" by Ofsted, and nestled in a peaceful residential area with convenient access to the A14 and close links to the M33 bus route.
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VACANCY SNAPSHOT – WK COMMENCING 28/07/2025
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Level 3 Apprentice School Office Administration Assistant | Level 2 Construction Landscaping Operative Apprentice | Level 2 Apprentice Accounts and Business Support Administrator | Level 2 Maintenance Apprentice | Level 3 Electrical Installation Apprentice | L...
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