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A career in teaching and education will give you the opportunity to shape young and old minds alike. Whether you want to educate seven-year-olds at an infant school or marine biology students at university, a role in this sector is incredibly rewarding at any position. And it’s not all about the teachers at the front of the classroom, there’s a huge number of important occupations within the industry all over the UK, from careers advisers and special educational needs assistants to youth workers and sign language tutors. Though it might be challenging at times, it’s all about the bigger picture – you can really make a difference. To find out more about roles in teaching and education, keep reading!
Art gallery curators manage collections of paintings and objects.
Audio-visual technicians install and operate visual, sound and lighting equipment at conference centres, schools, colleges and events.
British Sign Language (BSL) teachers teach sign language to children, young people and adults, and teach other subjects using sign language.
Careers advisers help people make decisions about their education, training and work options.
Child protection officers promote children's wellbeing and protect them from harm or abuse.
Communication support workers (CSWs) help deaf students in education.
Community education co-ordinators make sure education, training and recreation courses meet the needs of the local community.
Criminologists look at the reasons why people commit crimes and find ways to reduce re-offending.
Cycling coaches help riders develop their cycling skills.
Dance teachers train and develop their pupils in all types of dance.
Early years teachers are specialists in early childhood development and work with children up to the age of 5.
Education technicians support science, art, IT or design and technology teachers by preparing equipment and materials for practical lessons.
Education welfare officers make sure that children attend school and get the support they need.
E-learning developers create course materials that can be studied on a computer network or online.
EFL teachers help students learn or improve their English in the UK and abroad.
Equalities officers promote practices and attitudes to make sure all people are treated equally within organisations.
Fitness instructors organise exercise programmes to improve people's health and fitness.
Further education (FE) lecturers teach adults, students and apprentices on academic and work-related courses
Headteachers manage schools and create the right conditions for children and staff to achieve their best.
Health promotion specialists educate and inform people about health issues.
Higher education (HE) lecturers research and teach academic and vocational subjects at universities and higher education colleges.
Learning mentors help students and pupils deal with any difficulties they have with their learning.
Librarians run public and private libraries, managing access to books, multi-media resources and computers.
Library assistants help librarians to manage the day-to-day running of a library.
Martial arts instructors teach martial arts like karate, jujitsu and judo.
Montessori teachers help very young children to grow in confidence, and learn at their own pace.
Museum curators manage collections of objects of artistic, scientific, historical and general interest.
Music teachers give music lessons to people of all ages and abilities.
Nursery managers run early years childcare centres, providing day care for babies and young children from birth to 5 years.
Nursery workers help babies and children up to 5 years old to develop and learn in a safe and supportive setting.
Ofsted inspectors visit, inspect and report on the quality of places of education and learning, and children's social care services.
Online tutors support students who are studying courses over the internet.
Outdoor activities instructors lead trips and teach skills in activities like hill walking, climbing, canoeing, skiing and snowboarding.
Physical education (PE) teachers work in schools and colleges, teaching sport and fitness to young people.
Playworkers support children and young people to create their own spaces and opportunities for play.
Portage home visitors provide help at home for pre-school children with learning difficulties, physical disabilities or other special needs.
Primary school teachers are responsible for the educational, social and emotional development of children from age 5 to 11.
Prison instructors teach prisoners new skills to help them find work after their release.
Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) assessors support and assess vocational qualifications, helping trainees meet standards.
Research and development (R&D) managers lead teams of scientists and engineers to create new products and improve existing ones.
Sailing instructors teach people to sail yachts and boats.
School business managers oversee the efficient day-to-day running of a school and support the headteacher and leadership team.
School crossing patrols help children and adults cross the road safely on their way to and from school.
Lunchtime supervisors work in primary, secondary and special schools, looking after children during the lunch break.
School matrons look after the health and wellbeing of pupils in boarding schools.
Secondary school teachers teach children from 11 to 16, or up to 19 in schools with sixth forms.
Skills for life teachers work with adults and sometimes 16 to 18-year-olds to improve their English and maths.
Special educational needs (SEN) teachers work with children and young people who have special educational needs or disabilities.
Special educational needs (SEN) teaching assistants support teachers to help children with special educational needs and disabilities.
Swimming teachers help people learn to swim, improve their swimming skills and how to exercise in water.
Teaching assistants support teachers and help children with reading, writing and learning activities.
Trade union officials represent, train and advise union members, carry out research and develop policy.
Training managers arrange and run training programmes in businesses and organisations.
Training officers plan and run courses and workshops for staff within organisations.
Yoga teachers teach yoga as a form of exercise to increase fitness and wellbeing.
Youth workers guide and support young people aged 11 to 25. They organise activities to help with personal and social development.
Are you looking for a career in the early years sector? Are you passionate about working with children? If so, youll be a perfect addition to our family! We are currently recruiting for an apprentice nursery practitioner level 2 or level 3 our Willowdene nursery! As a nursery apprentice, you will have the opportunity to observe childcare workers in the nursery as they teach, communicate and play with little ones.
Are you looking for a career in the early years sector? Are you passionate about working with children? If so, youll be a perfect addition to our family! We are currently recruiting for an apprentice nursery practitioner level 2 or level 3 our Little Oaks nursery! As a nursery apprentice, you will have the opportunity to observe childcare workers in the nursery as they teach, communicate and play with little ones.
Are you looking for a career in the early years sector? Are you passionate about working with children? If so, youll be a perfect addition to our family! We are currently recruiting for an apprentice nursery practitioner level 2 or level 3 our Fernbank nursery! As a nursery apprentice, you will have the opportunity to observe childcare workers in the nursery as they teach, communicate and play with little ones.
Interested in childcare? Want to learn in a nursery setting not in a classroom? Trinity Tots are looking for an immediate starting Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Apprentice to join their team! You will be trained in all aspects of childcare, children’s development and early years.
Are you looking for a job to kickstart you childcare career? A wonderful opportunity has become available at First Class Nursery for someone passionate about childcare. You will be working in an established, reputable nursery supporting children’s development through play, learning and fun activities.
Looking to start your career in Early Years? We are looking for people who want to work towards a Level 2Level 3 qualification in childcare. This is a fantastic opportunity to start your career within a group of outstanding nurseries with the prospect to gain further responsibility and promotion once qualified.
At Hermitage Nursery School teams and children share a wonderful learning environment. They are looking for a passionate and ambitious Early Years Apprentice who will work in partnership with the educator team to ensure the successful running of the nursery. Great benefits package including access to Perkbox, 50 childcare & a real focus on wellness.
Looking for the chance to develop your childcare career? Tiny Treasures Day Nursery in Brentwood have a great opportunity to join their established team as a Level 3 apprentice. You will develop a full understanding of the EYFS and the Key Person system whilst encouraging the children to be independent and motivated to learn. Great benefits and competitive salary.
A great opportunity has arisen for an Apprentice to join the team at Happy Days Falmouth to undertake their Level 2 qualification in Early Years. We are looking for someone who shares our enthusiasm for providing quality childcare, to support the learning and development of children by delivering outstanding childcare to every child.
A great opportunity has arisen for an Apprentice to join the team at Happy Days Penrice, St Austell undertake their Level 2 qualification in Early Years. We are looking for someone who shares our enthusiasm for providing quality childcare, to support the learning and development of children by delivering outstanding childcare to every child.
Not only will your organisation (or the Government) pay for all of your training, but you’ll be paid to do it. That means you could actually get paid to get your degree and have no debt!
There are over 625 different apprenticeships to choose from, in a range of industries. Whether you’re interested in law, marketing, construction, or engineering, you’ll find something up your street!
As an apprentice, the minimum you’ll earn is £6.20 an hour, but we’ve seen apprentices earn a starting salary of up to £30,000 a year! You could also get other employee benefits like gym memberships, paid holiday, and sick pay.
Employers think apprentices are 15% more employable than those with other qualifications. In fact, many large employers train their graduates and apprentices together!
There’s only so much you can learn when you just do a qualification. As an apprentice, you’ll also get to learn on the job – whether that’s designing amazing graphics, chopping vegetables, or building engines!
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