How to apply for an FE teaching job
Whether you're at the very beginning of your journey or already have an idea of the steps needed, this page will explain the different stages to becoming a Further Education teacher.
Decide if FE is for you
Teaching in further education can offer you the opportunity to support students in furthering their careers by teaching them your skills. At the same time, teaching offers several benefits including well-supported career development, a competitive salary, and more leave than many professions!
However, changing you career is a big step that requires serious consideration. To help decide if FE is for you, read our page on what the further education sector is. Then consider what to expect in the daily life of an FE teacher.
Ready to start your new teaching career, but unsure if you have the right skills and experience? Answer a few short questions and our Readiness Checker can point you in the right direction.
Check if you are ready to teach in FE
Reach out to colleges
If you've decided FE is for you, reach out to your local colleges. Use our College Search tool to see what colleges in your postcode area. Their website can tell you a lot about the subjects they teach and industries they work with.
Search for colleges by location
If you find somewhere that interests you, there are several ways colleges are open to meeting potential teachers.
- Attend one of their open days or recruitment events (usually advertised on their website or newsletter)
- Contact the head of curriculum in the subject you would like to teach, and offer to deliver a guest lecture
- Check their website for open vacancies and consider applying
- Reach out to their HR team and ask about possible vacancies
Look for a job
Further education teaching jobs are advertised in many different ways, but almost all colleges advertise their vacancies online.
Go to our page Search for a Teaching Job to access several useful resources to help you find the role you want.