In most cases, you will need a teaching qualification to teach in England's state-funded schools. However, there are some exceptions:
- Further Education: You can teach in further education settings without a teaching qualification, but you may need to gain relevant experience and qualifications in your specialist subject.
- Early Years Education: You can work in early years education without a teaching qualification, but there are specific qualifications and requirements depending on the role.
- Teachers from outside the UK: You can apply for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) if you qualified as a teacher outside the UK and meet certain requirements.
- Schools with a "non-QTS" exemption: Some schools, particularly academies and free schools, can employ teachers without QTS, but this is less common.
It's important to note that even without a formal teaching qualification, you'll likely need to complete some training and meet specific requirements to work as a teacher in England.
