1. Inspire the next generation
By becoming a teacher you’ll get job satisfaction that few will experience. Other than parents, teachers have arguably the biggest influence on a child’s life. The visible results you’ll see from pupils are guaranteed to send you home with a sense of pride!
2. A true vocation
Much like doctors, nurses and vets, teaching is more than just a job. It’s a true vocation. Many people work to live, but the rewarding nature means teachers get job satisfaction unmatched by most professions!
3. A passion for the subject
There are few who can use their passion in their job. Teachers get to do this every day, with the opportunity to instil this enthusiasm in their pupils.
4. A clear career path
If you have a desire to progress in your career, teaching has a very clear path to do so. From heads of department to headteacher, there are opportunities to go as high as you’d want to.
5. Salary benefits
A career in teaching provides generous financial packages. Newly qualified teachers in their probation year currently start on a salary of £27,498* in Scotland. Secondary teachers get an additional £8,000 if they choose to complete their probationary year anywhere in Scotland, while primary teachers get £6,000 extra.
After you’re fully registered, this increases incrementally over the first five years from £32,994 to £41,412*. Head teachers can also earn up to £98,808* in Scotland’s largest schools.
Source: The Educational Institute of Scotland (last accessed 2 February 2021)
6. International opportunities
Most countries highly value Scottish teacher training and your degree opens up doors to explore the world. From Asia to North America, Australia to the Middle East, there are so many opportunities open to graduates – particularly after a few years’ experience.
7. Job security
Unlike much of the private sector, teaching offers great job security! If you’re a Scottish student, you’re also guaranteed a job for one year in a Scottish school after you graduate.
8. Great for families
Teaching is a unique job in more ways than one. If you’ve got, or plan to have a family, you’ll largely share the same holidays as your children – great for spending quality time together!
9. Be a lifelong learner
Nothing encourages you to continue to learn more about a topic than when you’re teaching it! Children are inquisitive, often asking questions you’d never thought of. This allows you to constantly research new finding and technologies to introduce to your students.
