Qualifications improve your chances; they do not gate the job. Level 5 is the most recognised.

Typical pay: £28,000 to £47,000Level 5 most recognisedOpen entry

Pay range: National Careers Service.

Your route in

Employers typically expect around L3

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Qualifications employers recognise (Level 5)

Any of these strengthens your application.

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Where this can take you

Enter with Level 3 subject expertise and industry experience, then complete a Level 5 teaching qualification on the job.

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