Teaching & Training
With acute national teacher shortages in specific vocational and academic areas, moving into teaching can be a strategic move, and we can all benefit from upskilling and professional training.
Teach the next generation; your way
Whether you are aiming to gain or PGCE or qualify as a post-16 lecturer, a teaching assistant, or a training instructor, we offer courses to meet a range of teaching and training needs.
Each course is specific to the subject area and age group you would like to teach and will give you the skills to progress in your chosen career.
Why Choose Teaching & Training?
A career in the education and training sector offers profound job security, professional growth, and direct personal impact. You could:
- Work with highly motivated learners like adults retraining and young people gaining essential skills
- Transfer your industry knowledge directly to the next generation
- Earn a competitive salary with clear pathways into higher-paid management and leadership roles
- Have an excellent work-life balance and a varied work environment.
A secure and rewarding way to utilise your professional knowledge
We provide the professional teaching qualifications and support needed to transfer your industry experience into a successful teaching career.
You will be teaching motivated learners—adults seeking to reskill and young people striving for a second chance—making your contribution to their improved employment and life outcomes direct and measurable.
If you possess expertise in a high-demand field and have a passion for mentoring and developing talent, training to become an FE teacher is the most secure and rewarding way to leverage your professional knowledge.
Whether you are aiming to study full-time, part-time, or earn while you learn with an apprenticeship, there’s something for your needs here at UCS College Group.
Significant opportunities for career changers and subject experts
The demand for high-quality FE teachers, especially those with industry experience, is at a crisis point – so why wait? Come to one of our open days and see if we’re the right fit for you.
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Our Colleges
Bridgwater College, Cannington College, Strode College and Taunton College each remain committed to the delivery of inspirational teaching, learning and skills development, creating a culture of academic excellence, safety and inclusivity.
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Your career starts at one of our Open Events
Discover the unique opportunities at our colleges and University Centre Somerset. Meet expert tutors, explore state-of-the-art facilities, and choose the path that’s right for you.
Discover a world of opportunity across our specialist campuses. Whether you are looking for academic excellence or high-level technical training, our Open Events are the perfect place to start your journey.
