School Direct is a year long, school based
teacher training programme, where you
immerse yourself into life as a teacher
from day one as a member of the school
staff
We offer both salaried and training based
places in a range of subjects – Secondary
and Primary
Dispelling common misconceptions about School
Direct!
MYTH
FACT
You are part of a team from the start and receive intensive support from experience
teachers in the classroom. You won’t be teaching classes unsupported until school
I’ll get thrown in at the deep end, teaching
difficult classes by myself early on
thinks you are ready, and opportunities will exist to build networks with fellow
trainees
To become a qualified teacher, you have to take training placements in two settings.
I’ll only train in one school – I want something
Trainees will train in at least two schools, and will usually spend time in other
broader than this
schools too (i.e cross phase, specialisms etc)
Yes you will. We are working with the University of Nottingham who offer the PGCE
There’s no academic or theoretical training. I
(60 credits at Masters Level). Our QTS and PGCE programme are set to complement
won’t get a PGCE
each other.
School-led routes into teaching have been around for many years, and have high
rates of trainee satisfaction.
Don’t most people go to University to do
teacher training?
In 2013/14 third of Postgraduate ITT places were school led. In 2015-16 it will be
half
I won’t receive the same level of financial
There is the same financial support for the School led route. In addition, only school
support that I would following a university led
led routes offer a salaried route for career changers.
path to teaching
It definitely is. People with at least three year’s work experience can apply for the
I’m not sure whether School Direct is for
salaried route (and no bursary) or standard training route for which bursaries are
people thinking of switching career
available.
School Direct is the same as Teach First
No they are different (although they are both teacher training). You apply to them
differently; School Direct through UCAS, Teach First direct to Teach First. There are
far more places available for School Direct than Teach First.
SCITTs are the same as School Direct
Various providers can offer the School Direct Programme. SCITTs are a school based
provider of ITT.
We offer trainees the opportunity to gain
Qualified Teacher Status - QTS & PGCE (with 60
credits at Masters Level)
Included in the programme will be short term
placement at another same phase school & cross
phase school
If you are considering the salaried route you will need at least three
years work experience if you wish to apply
• Specialist staff in subject areas
• Support in the application of effective teaching
and learning methodology
• Strong educational leadership & management
• A Mentor
• A full programme of professional development
We are pleased to be continuing our Partnership with The University of
Nottingham who will deliver the PGCE. The University is a Russell Group
institution their School of Education is rated Outstanding by Ofsted
Our Partner schools are:
Rushcliffe School (Secondary)
St John Houghton (Secondary)
Ellis Guilford (Secondary)
Fernwood 4 – 11 Federation (Primary)
Dunkirk School (Primary)
Forest Town (Primary)
Brierley Forest (Primary)
Huthwaite All Saints (Primary)
St Andrews C0fE (Primary)
We continue to develop our network of schools with whom we work
collaboratively to offer a range of diverse settings to support your training
and provide you with the opportunities for a successful teaching career.
Secondary Places
UCAS Training
Code
Art and Design
2984
Biology
26XT
Biology (salaried)
2TL3
Business Studies
2F3D
Chemistry
2B7S
Computer Science
298K
Design and Technology
298B
English (salaried)
2F3L
English
26WY
Geography
2F3H
Geography (salaried)
2TL4
History (salaried)
2F3K
History
2LYN
Mathematics (salaried)
2MY6
Mathematics
26WZ
Modern Languages
298C
Physics
2LYH
Religious Studies
298F
Religious Studies (salaried)
2TL5
Primary Places
Primary General
26X5
In order to apply for School Direct, you must have
• A UK degree or recognised equivalent
• GCSE English and Maths (Grade C) or equivalent
• GCSE Science (Grade C) or equivalent for Primary
Prior to commencing any SD programme you MUST also
pass the Professional Skills Test (in numeracy and literacy)
but you don’t need to have this at the point of applying,
although it is recommended
THIS IS DONE VIA
• The passion to commit to teaching!
• Be determined, enthusiastic,
caring, inspiring, and motivating!
• A real interest for the subject that
you want to share!
Applications are welcomed from
• Graduates - from all subjects
and
• Career Changers
Applications for all teacher training are made
through UCAS-TT
http://www.ucas.com/apply
Applications for 2016 admission
open on
th
27 October 2015
THINK CAREFULLY about your reasons for
applying for the course and your interest in
becoming a teacher. This is your chance to
stand out from the rest.
Draw on what you can bring to teaching that
others may not be able to offer.
Your application will be assessed and shortlisted for interview
BE PREPARED research the course and institution thoroughly
(recent OFSTED report), as well as the issues surrounding
education, your chosen subject and teaching in general. Policies
and practices change quickly, so your knowledge needs to be up
to date. You can’t know everything, but demonstrate that you can
reflect intelligently on the experience and knowledge that you do
have.
http://newteachers.tes.co.uk/news/how-prepare-your-teacher-traininginterview
http://newteachers.tes.co.uk/content/what-makes-good-itt-interviewcandidate
•
The School Direct programme is designed to develop
teaching skills. Strong subject knowledge is
recommended before you start training
•
If you are offered a place but your degree does not
link closely to your chosen teaching subject it is
recommended that you undertake a subject
knowledge enhancement course before you begin
training (or in conjunction with commencing
training)
Bluecoat Academy are registered with the NCTL (National College for Teaching
and Learning) and offer up to TEN days’ school experience through the School
Experience Programme (SEP)
Spending time in a classroom is the ideal way to strengthen your application for
teacher training. School experience gives you the chance to see for yourself what it's
really like to be a teacher – and supports your application and interview.
What can you expect?
Throughout your placement, you'll have the opportunity to observe teaching and to
talk to teachers about day-to-day life in a school. You should get the chance to see a
range of different lessons and age groups being taught.
How to sign up for a placement on the SEP
If you haven't already, you'll need to register with the Teaching Line before you can
participate. If you're eligible for the programme, once you have registered you will
receive a registration number this means you can book a placement with Bluecoat
Academy through the SEP booking portal and an email will be sent through to us.
For an extended placement a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check may be required.
• Are you are thinking about teaching and would like to know more before
applying?
• Would you like to know more about training with Bluecoat SCITT Alliance
and what the programme involves
• Come and talk to staff and current trainees and have your questions
answered by those with a host of experience
• Look around a large and diverse school and observe teaching activity
across the Key Stages
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Bursaries for 2015 - 16
Scholarships
SUBJECT
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1st/PhD
2:1/Masters
2:2
Other
Physics
£30,000
£25,000
£25,000
£25,000
£9,000
Maths
£25,000
£25,000
£25,000
£25,000
£9,000
Chemistry, Computing
£25,000
£25,000
£20,000
£20,000
£0
Languages
-
£25,000
£25,000
£20,000
£0
Biology
-
£20,000
£15,000
£15,000
£0
Primary Maths
-
£6,000
£6,000
£6,000
£3,000
Geography
-
£15,000
£15,000
£15,000
£0
£12,000
£9,000
£0
£0
DT
English, History, Music, RE
-
£9,000
£4,000
£0
£0
Primary
-
£3,000
£3,000
£0
£0
Refer to www.education.gov.uk/get-into-teaching/funding for further detail about bursary specifics
Those from the UK and EU are eligible for student loans to
cover tuition fees and maintenance.
Student Loans Company
http://www.slc.co.uk
Bursaries & scholarships are also available up to £25k
http://www.education.gov.uk/get-into-teaching/funding
Additional Loans and Maintenance
https://www.gov.uk/student-finance/loans-and-grants
https://www.gov.uk/teacher-training-funding
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have any questions
Bluecoat SCITT Alliance, Bluecoat Academies Trust
Aspley Lane
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Nottingham NG8 5GY
0115 9297445
Monday
21 September 2015
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02 November 2015
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Wednesday
18 November 2015
Tuesday
01 December 2015
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10 February 2016
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14 March 2016
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