Are you ready to inspire future generations of linguists with your passion for languages? And to begin a rewarding career as a Modern Foreign Languages teacher? The British Council is awarding scholarships, continuing professional development support and £28,000 of funding to talented individuals. Apply now!
Opportunity Details
This opportunity allows you to get paid to train as a language teacher in England.
Information sessions
You can learn more about the scholarship and how to apply from the British Council team, find out more about teaching in England, hear from a Get Into Teaching Adviser, and ask any questions you may have about the scholarship or language teacher training. Please note that international candidate requirements will be covered on 14 Jan only.
Information session: (UK candidates): Wed 8 Jan, 17.30 to 18.30 (UK Time) - register here
Information session: (international candidates): Tue 14 Jan, 17.00 to 18.00 (UK Time) - register here
To be eligible to apply you must have:
In one of the following languages:
They may also consider your application if you have a bachelor of honours degree (or equivalent) in another subject, or a 2.2 (or predicted 2.2) if you can demonstrate significant knowledge of the target languages.
You must also have secured a place on an eligible non-salaried languages teacher training scheme in England for the 2025/26 academic year by September 2025.
If you have any questions, please check the FAQs here.
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