Overview

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 Teacher • Head Teacher • Education Welfare Officer  • Higher Education Lecturer • Youth Worker • Community Support & Outreach Worker • Family Support Worker • Social 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.