Teaching Apprenticeships in North Yorkshire

Become a Teacher While You Earn in Your Local Area

Teaching apprenticeships in North Yorkshire offer a practical route into teaching that combines paid employment with professional training. Whether you live in Richmond, Darlington, Middlesbrough, Stockton, Northallerton, Bedale or surrounding towns, you can train in local schools while working towards Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

This hands-on route allows you to gain real classroom experience from day one while building a long-term teaching career in your community.

Local Teaching Apprenticeship Opportunities

The Swaledale Alliance works with a variety of training providers across the North East and Yorkshire who offer teaching apprenticeship pathways in both primary and secondary education.

Local schools often recruit apprentices to help meet regional teacher shortages, making this a strong career opportunity.

Types of Teaching Apprenticeships

Teacher Degree Apprenticeship (TDA)

The Teacher Degree Apprenticeship is designed for people who want to become teachers but do not yet have a degree.

Key features:

Gain a bachelor’s degree and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Earn a salary while working in a school
Typically lasts around 4 years
Combine on-the-job training with university study

This route is ideal for school leavers or teaching assistants looking to progress into teaching.

Postgraduate Teaching Apprenticeship (PGTA)

The Postgraduate Teaching Apprenticeship is a fast-track route for graduates who want practical teacher training while working.

Key features:

Usually completed in one academic year
Leads to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Optional PGCE depending on provider
Paid employment in a school during training

This pathway is popular with career changers and graduates seeking hands-on experience.

The Swaledale Alliance works closely with Red Kite Teacher Training who offer Primary and Secondary Teaching Apprenticeships throughout North Yorkshire.

Red Kite Teacher Training - Primary Teaching Apprenticeship

Benefits of Becoming a Teaching Apprentice

Choosing a teacher training apprenticeship offers several advantages:

Earn a salary while you train
No tuition fees — funded through the apprenticeship system
Gain real classroom experience from day one
Develop practical teaching and behaviour management skills
Build professional networks within schools
Start your teaching career immediately after qualifying

Teaching Apprenticeship Entry Requirements

Teacher Degree Apprenticeship Requirements

GCSE English and Maths at grade 4 (C) or above
GCSE Science for primary teaching
A Levels or equivalent qualifications
Right to work and residency requirements in the UK

Postgraduate Teaching Apprenticeship Requirements

A recognised undergraduate degree
GCSE English and Maths (and Science for primary teaching)
Relevant school or classroom experience is often beneficial

Requirements may vary depending on the training provider and school.

Teaching Apprenticeship Salary and Funding

Teaching apprenticeships are paid roles. Apprentices are employed by a school and receive a salary while completing their training.

Salaries vary depending on school location and role
Training costs are funded through the apprenticeship levy
No student tuition fees for apprentices

This makes teaching apprenticeships one of the most accessible routes into the teaching profession.

What You Will Learn During a Teaching Apprenticeship

Your training will include:

Lesson planning and curriculum delivery
Classroom and behaviour management
Safeguarding and pastoral care
Student assessment and feedback
Professional teaching standards
Subject knowledge development

You will receive structured mentoring and regular professional development throughout your apprenticeship.

How to Apply for a Teaching Apprenticeship in the UK

To apply for a teaching apprenticeship:

Research training providers and apprenticeship routes
Search for teaching apprenticeship vacancies
Apply through teacher training providers or school employers
Prepare for interviews and classroom observation tasks

Local Apprenticeship Training Providers

Red Kite Teacher Training

Red Kite Teacher Training - Primary Teaching Apprenticeship

Most courses begin in September, with applications opening months in advance.

Is a Teaching Apprenticeship Right for You?

A teaching apprenticeship may be ideal if you:

Want to become a teacher without paying university tuition fees
Prefer practical learning and hands-on experience
Want to earn while gaining professional qualifications
Are passionate about working with children and young people
Are looking for a career change into education

Start Your Teaching Career Today

Teaching apprenticeships provide a flexible, practical and supported route into teaching. Whether you are starting your career or changing direction, you can gain professional qualifications while making a real difference in schools across the UK.

Explore current teaching apprenticeship opportunities
Speak to a training advisor today
Download our teaching apprenticeship guide