Join Our Educator Community

Join our network of pod leaders and experts creating neighbourhood learning that works. Whether you’re a parent wanting to lead a pod full-time, or you want share your specialty for an hour a week, there's a role for you.

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EDUCATORS WANTED

Who we’re looking for

Qualified teacher

Qualified Teachers

You’re a qualified teacher or TA. If you have skills to share, an authentic child spirit, we want Pod Leaders like you.

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Subject Experts

Artists, scientists, coaches, musicians, makers, and more—bring your passion to the next generation.

Parent and carer

Parents & Carers

Parents who want to lead or support pods in their community. (Many of our best leaders started as parents!)

Retired community member

Generous Neighbours

Retirees, volunteers, and community members who want to make a difference. We especially welcome empty nesters!

Solve loneliness. Find purpose. Help the next generation thrive in a world of AI.

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Combat loneliness - Connect with families and children who value your wisdom and experience. Build meaningful relationships that last.
Find renewed purpose - Share your skills, knowledge, and life experience with the next generation. Make a real difference in your community.
Prepare children for the AI age - Help kids develop the human skills that AI can't replace: creativity, empathy, critical thinking, and compassionate connections.
Build the village we all need - Create the supportive community that used to exist naturally. Every generation has a role to play.
Ayesha, parent-turned pod leader
“Leading a pod means I can learn, earn and spend that quality time with my child. Win-win!”

— Ayesha, parent-turned pod leader

ROLES THAT FIT YOUR LIFE

Roles that fit your life

Pod leader

Pod Leaders

Lead daily after school adventures for 5-8 children. Change a community, explore a subject, or parent—there’s a place for you here.

  • Inspire curiosity, kindness, and growth
  • Organise activities, snacks, and safe handovers
  • Build relationships and community
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Experts

Share your capacity through workshops, projects or regular sessions. Passion for young people, a subject, or a skill? There’s a place for you here.

  • Passion for young people, a subject, or a skill
  • Flexible, can support a pod or run one-off sessions
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

What you'll earn

Pod Leaders

£25-35/hour

Lead daily after-school sessions (3-4 hours/day, 2-5 days/week)

  • • Full training and ongoing support
  • • All materials and resources provided
  • • Flexible scheduling around your life
  • • Performance bonuses available

Subject Experts

£40-60/hour

Share your expertise through workshops and special sessions

  • • Set your own schedule and rates
  • • Focus on your passion and expertise
  • • Work with multiple pods if desired
  • • Build your reputation in the community
WHY JOIN TOGETHER SCHOOL

Why Join Together School

Intergenerational learning - older adults teaching children

Shape the Future of Learning

Join educators who are building the village every child needs to thrive

Make Real Impact

Shape the lives of children and families in your local area. Help build the future of learning.

Flexible Hours

Work around your life, not the other way around. Choose your hours, your pod, your pathway.

Fair Compensation

Transparent pay, no unpaid admin, and room for growth. We value your time and expertise.

HOW WE SUPPORT YOU

How we Support You

  • Getting Started Right: We’ll help you with onboarding, training, and resources so you can hit the ground running.
  • Ongoing Support: Dedicated support team, regular check-ins, and a community of peers.
  • Flexible Scheduling: Build a schedule that works for you and your pod.
  • Fair Compensation: Transparent pay and no unpaid admin. We value your time and expertise.
WE CARE MORE ABOUT YOUR ATTITUDE THAN YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

We care more about your attitude than your qualifications

Curiosity & Energy

We value a growth mindset and a love of learning. Bring your energy and ideas!

Community Spirit

We’re looking for people who care about kids and community. You don’t need a teaching degree—just a big heart.

Willingness to Learn

You don’t need to know it all—just be open to new ideas and ready to grow.

HOW TO START

From sign-up to your first session

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Your Journey Starts Here

Simple steps to join our educator community

1

Apply online

Tell us about yourself and your experience.

2

Meet the team

We’ll set up a call to get to know you and answer your questions.

3

Onboarding & training

Access resources, complete checks, and get ready to lead.

4

Community support

You’re matched with a pod and start making a difference!

Shira P., parent-turned pod leader
“One week was chaos, week two was better. By week three we knew our rhythm. Now I can't imagine not doing anything else. The kids are amazing—so curious and full of energy.”

— Shira P., parent-turned pod leader

Frank M., Retired plumber
“40 years of plumbing, now I teach kids physics through water experiments. The excitement beats any job I've ever had.”

— Frank M., Retired plumber

KNOW A RETIREE OR FRIEND WHO’D BE GREAT?

Know a Retiree or Friend Who’d Be Great?

Share this opportunity with someone who’d love to make a difference. We especially welcome retirees, empty nesters, and caring people in the pod leader role!

Still Have Questions?

We’re here to help. Email us at hello@togetherschool.ai and we’ll get back to you within 24 hours.

FIND YOUR PATH

How would you like to get involved?

Choose your path to make a difference—lead a pod, teach your skills, or volunteer to help your community thrive.

Pod Leader

Lead a pod, earn £22/hr+, full training and support, dedicated role.

Apply as Pod Leader

Coach, Expert, or Tutor

Teach your skill, set your own rate, flexible hours, join as a specialist.

Apply as Coach/Expert/Tutor

Volunteer/Helper

Support pods, help children, make a difference. Unpaid, flexible, community-focused.

Volunteer to Help
QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions 🤔

Everything you need to know about Together School and how it works.

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