routes into teaching 2013
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Presentation from the Careers in Teaching event on Thursday 17 October 2013TRANSCRIPT
Routes to Qualified Teacher Status
A teacher education partnership between primary and secondary schools in Sussex
and the University of Sussex
Routes into Teaching for Graduates
PGCE - Postgraduate Certificate in Education (90 M level credits)
• full time comprehensive training divided between school & university resulting in academic & professional qualifications.
School Direct Routes
School Direct (training) School based training often includes a PGCE with full time comprehensive training divided between school & university resulting in academic & professional qualifications (up to 90 M level credits). Candidates pay a tuition fee (via Student Loan Company) and may be eligible for bursaries, scholarships and student finance. This route can be similar to other PG routes such as a mainstream PGCE course.
School Direct Routes
School Direct (salaried) Employment based – training full-time in a school with some training at the University. Directed at career changers with an expectation of at least three years’ prior work experienceTrainee receives a salary (approximately £16K)Can be employed by the school for a full academic yearQTS only – although a PGCE is possible in some cases. This route is similar to an older route known as GTP
Benefits for prospective teachers
“This sense of belonging is something which underpins the School Direct experience. As a School Direct trainee I have access to the full spectrum of school life. At a basic level, this means that I attend meetings, assist with a form, perform duties, and teach classes. On a training level, however, this means that I have access to a whole range of opportunities for professional development which I can use to enhance my training experience and my future employability.”
“You are able to embed yourself into the school more than you would on a traditional placement, and therefore build stronger relationships with pupils and teachers that will help to improve your teaching.”
“School Direct offers the experience of a school from the start, making teaching a far less daunting prospect.”
Our partnership offers …
Entry Requirements
• UK university UG degree or recognised equivalent.
• Grade C or above in GCSE English Language and Mathematics or equivalent.
• School experience, enthusiasm, knowledge, resilience
• You will be required to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service clearance application form to verify your suitability to work with young people.
• You will be required to take the numeracy and literacy professional skills tests prior to applying.
• Health Check – fitness to teach
How to Apply
• Do your research – route, school and provider• Apply via ucas online (ucas.com)• Complete an application form and identify referees• Apply 1 – From November - Three Choices
simultaneous• Apply 2 – From January – remaining places sequentially• Face to face interview(s) and tasks• Conditional offers
Hints & Tips ...
• Enthusiasm for subject – beyond degree.• Experience with children, schools,
teaching e.g. working in a school, observation, Taster course.
• Awareness of current educational issues (especially National Curriculum)
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Imagination and a sense of humour
Subject Knowledge Enhancement Courses• If subject degree focus does not match a course we/others provide enhancement courses in (Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics and MFL). • Courses can run from 4 weeks to 6 months. Courses can attract a bursary of approximately £200 a week (tax free)
Funding – 2013/14 (2014/15 TBC)
2013/14 bursaries, scholarships and school direct (salaried) funding Physics,
chemistry, maths
Modern languages
Primary maths specialist1
Other priority secondary and primary2
Computer science
Bursary - 1st £20,000 £20,000 £11,000 £9000 £9000 Bursary - 2.1 £15,000 £15,000 £6000 £4000 £4000 Bursary - 2.2 £12,000 £12,000 £0 £0 £0 Scholarship See note
below N/A N/A N/A See note
below FSM premium 25% premium paid on the above bursaries/scholarships to school direct
trainees whose training is based in a school where more than 35% of pupils are eligible for free school meals
School direct (salaried)3 – contribution paid to school/ITT provider
£19,000 £19,000 £16,000 £14,000 £14,000
School direct (salaried) FSM premium
10% addition paid on the above funding for school direct (salaried) trainees whose training is based in a school where more than 35% of pupils are eligible for free school meals
1 The Secretary of State announced on 14th June that trainees with a B or better at maths A-level on the new maths primary specialist courses would receive an extra £2000 bursary or, if on the school direct (salaried) route, the school in which they train would receive an additional £2000 subsidy. 2 English, geography, history, computer science, Latin, classical Greek, music, biology, physical education and primary 3 Typical national funding rates. The rates for 2013/14 have already been announced.
Other priority secondary: English, Geography, History, Computer Science, Greek, Latin, music, biology, PE
What makes Sussex Distinctive?• A Historic Partnership - over 40 years University &
Schools working as a Consortium – everyone is supportive and experienced.
• For those who see teaching as a vocation and want to make a difference to children’s lives.
• On-going professional development opportunities and contact after your training – most trainees go on to work with us as NQTs, complete their MEd and return as mentors supporting others.
• High success rates in graduation, quality and employment
Where to find out more:
DfE information see routes into teaching – www.education.gov.uk/get-into-teaching Getting school experience – www.education.gov.uk/get-into-teaching/school-experienceHow to apply via UCAS - www.ucas.com/how-it-all-works/teacher-trainingInformation on the Professional Skills Tests –http://www.education.gov.uk/schools/careers/traininganddevelopment/professionalFurther information on ITE at Sussexwww.sussex.ac.uk/education/ite