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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Financial Support
We understand that managing money while studying can feel overwhelming, especially right now. That’s why we offer a wide range of financial support to help you succeed, whatever your circumstances.
Apprenticeships
If you’re ready to kickstart your career and gain hands-on experience while you study, an apprenticeship at Taunton College could be the perfect next step. We’re proud to be one of the UK’s leading providers of Further Education apprenticeships.
Term Dates
Planning ahead? Our academic calendar includes key term dates, bank holidays,
scheduled breaks, and Somerset school holiday alignment, so you can stay informed and
organised throughout the year.
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