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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!)

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

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Education Services Administration Apprenticeship - University of Cambridge
Closing Date:
31st August 2025
Salary:
£ 18581 per year
Location:
Cambridge, Cambs
Employer description The University of Cambridge is one of the world’s oldest and most successful universities. They are a renowned centre for research, education, and scholarship that makes a significant contribution to society. The University is consistently...
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Customer Service Apprenticeship - Eastern Education Group - West Suffolk College
Closing Date:
15th September 2025
Salary:
£ 14527 per year
Location:
Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
Employer description West Suffolk College is a Further Education college in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. The college delivers a range of courses, including vocational and technical courses, apprenticeships, and an array of higher-apprenticeships and bachelor degr...
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