Are you thinking about a career in teaching? Do you have a degree?

At the Basildon Academies, we provide an Assessment Only (AO) pathway to achieve QTS, as well as an Initial Teacher Training (ITT) programme. We welcome applications from individuals at all stages of their career and are committed to supporting you throughout your journey.

In recent years, we've seen significant and consistent growth in student enrolment. As a result, we're excited to expand our teaching team with several new openings for September across most subject areas, and we are always eager to welcome talented Early Career Teachers.

We are proud to partner with NESTT (Norfolk, Essex, and Suffolk Teacher Training) to offer trainee teacher placements at our school. The Harrison Teaching School Hub is our delivery partner, and Harris Institute serves as the Awarding Body for our Early Career Teachers.

Our training routes

Assessment Only (AO)

The AO route is a way to obtain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) but without the need to complete a formal teacher training program. The AO route is intended for those with a significant teaching experience background, possess the abilities and understanding needed to teach but have yet to attain QTS.

Initial Teacher Training (ITT)

An Initial Teacher Training (ITT) programme is a structured course designed to prepare individuals to become teachers and achieve Qualified Teacher Status (QTS); this is the first step in the professional development of someone who wants to teach in a school.

International Teachers

We’re proud to have welcomed several international teachers to the academies and continue to support them throughout their teaching careers – including our Headteacher, R. Rees.

"Moving from Australia to the UK in 1998 to pursue a teaching career was one of the most rewarding decisions I've ever made. What began as supply work across London quickly grew into a rich and fulfilling journey through education. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of serving in a variety of roles—Head of Year, SENCO, Assistant Headteacher, Deputy Headteacher, Senior Deputy—and today, I’m proud to be a Headteacher.

Each role provided invaluable experience and helped shape the leader I’ve become. The professional growth, the cultural diversity, and the opportunities within the UK education system have been exceptional. I highly recommend this journey to any educator considering a move overseas. It’s not just a career move—it’s a life-changing experience that broadens your perspective, sharpens your skills, and opens doors you never imagined."