Whether you're just starting out in your career or wanting a complete change - there are many ways to get into teaching. If you're a good communicator and are enthusiastic about helping people develop their skills, why not look more closely at a teaching career?
The type of route you choose will depend on who you want to teach and what you enjoy doing. You can even train on the job, which might suit you if you want to enter teaching as a second career.
Check out the job profiles below to find out more about which qualifications you'll need in each role:
Teaching children
Maybe you've always loved kids, or bringing up your own has made you want to do it for a living ....
Teaching young people and adults
If you've got industry experience you could pass on your knowledge to others ....
Teaching abroad
English-speaking skills are in great demand - and as an EFL teacher you can travel the world whilst helping people learn the language....
Teaching creative subjects
You could be the one to inspire the artistic geniuses of tomorrow ....
Teaching sports
If you're the active type, these coaches are a million miles from the classroom ....
If you'd like to talk about your route into teaching, call the Careers Advice Service on 0800 100 900. All calls are confidential and because we're impartial, you'll get the best possible advice on your options. You can also email an adviser or request a call back at a time to suit you.
