Yes, you can get a teaching job with a 2:2 degree in the UK. However, it is important to note that if you want to teach at the secondary or post-compulsory level, your degree should be in or relevant to the subject you want to teach.

To become a year 1 teacher in the UK, you need to have 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), including English, maths, and science. Additionally, you need to have 2 to 3 A levels or equivalent for a degree. If you want to pursue a postgraduate course, you will need a degree in any subject.

In the UK, the career progression for a teacher typically involves moving up the ranks from an entry-level position to more senior roles. This can include becoming a subject leader, head of department, or deputy headteacher. Teachers can also choose to specialize in a specific area, such as special education or school counseling. Additionally, teachers can pursue advanced degrees or certifications to enhance their qualifications and open up opportunities for higher-level positions, such as headteacher or school administrator.

The career progression for secondary school teachers in the UK can include becoming a specialist leader of education, supporting teachers in other schools. They can also move up to positions such as curriculum leader, head of year, deputy head, or headteacher. Additionally, they may have opportunities to work for an exam board, local education authority, or in a gallery or museum as an education officer.