Selection Process

Am I eligible to train to teach?

– All applicants must hold a first degree (minimum 2:2).
– Equivalent to a grade 4 GCSE in English and mathematics.
– For primary, you will have also achieved a standard equivalent to a grade 4 GCSE in a science subject.
– For secondary, your degree should be 50% related to your chosen subject – please feel free to get in touch if in doubt.

What we look for in a candidate:

Is flexible, motivated and resilient.
Is a confident, competent and reflective subject specialist.
Has passion for their chosen subject/s.
Maintains high standards in ethics and behaviour both within and outside school.
Enthusiasm for working with children and young people, treating them with dignity, with the ability to build relationships.
Understands their professional responsibilities and acts with integrity.
Be tolerant and respectful of others’ actions and beliefs.

School experience

It is not a requirement that you have school experience. Candidates have reported that they found it beneficial as it can have a positive impact on your confidence and your understanding of the modern classroom. However, please do not see lack of experience as a reason to not apply with us.

Application tips

Proof read your application – pay particular attention to punctuation and grammar, it’s vital that you show you can do this as a trainee teacher.
Add in all your qualifications on the application – even if they aren’t an entry requirement.
Make sure your personal statement reflects your skills and experience fully in relation to any work, but also anything related to your knowledge and passion for your subject.
If you are working towards any qualifications, refer to this in the relevant sections but also in your personal statement.
Do your research about the courses available and how your qualifications and experience fit the subjects available before you apply.
Include any areas of study you think are relevant to the (secondary/ primary) curriculum that you have covered in your subject qualifications, just to give an idea of the depth of your subject knowledge in your personal statement.
Add in the full history of your work experience and give accurate dates including reasons for any gaps in employment.
Your personal statement is your chance to explain why you would make a good teacher in your subject and why you would like to be considered for a place so take some time to complete it.

We have experience of supporting applications from a range of educational and career backgrounds. Please get in touch if you are unsure if you could apply, we’ll be more than happy to advise.