School based initial teacher training
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The 2Schools Consortium trains primary teachers, principally in the two partner schools: Oakthorpe Primary School, Enfield and Henry Maynard Infant School, Waltham Forest. An outline of the content of the course can be found here.

How do I apply for a place on the GTP?
Thank you for your interest in the Graduate Teacher Programme. Click here for an application form.

The deadline for applications for September 2008 has passed. Details about applications for September 2009 will be posted on this website at a later date.

When completing the application form, please ensure that your statement addresses the job description (MS Word file 25kb) and person specification (see below).
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We look forward to receiving your application, but please note that we may not be able to reply to you until the middle of January.

Mrs A. Del Greco & Ms L. Powell
Training Managers

 

Do I need any experience?
Candidates are advised to gain some knowledge of primary teaching and to have some recent experience in a primary school before applying for the course. You could
-volunteer in a local primary school
-obtain employment as a classroom / teaching assistant
-enrol on a 'Taster Course', which may be run by your LA
-contact the TDA's Open School's Programme on 0845 6000 998
-find out about the National Curriculum and the Primary Frameworks for Literacy and Mathematics
-enrol on a Student Associate Scheme if you are currently studying for a BA or BSc degree, postgraduate award, HND or foundation degree.

What are the minimum requirements?
To be eligible for the course, you must:
` have a degree
` have GCSE grade C in English, maths, and a science subject.
` be able to communicate in English effectively, orally and in writing.

GTP Person specification
Note: Items marked (E) are essential while those marked (D) are desirable.

Qualifications
First or Bachelor's Degree or equivalent (E)
Degree passed at 2.2 or above in a National Curriculum subject (D)
GCSE grade C or above in English, Maths and a Science subject (E)
Evidence of recent study (D)

Experience
Experience of working with primary aged children either paid or voluntary (D)
Experience as a Classroom Assistant or of similar work with children in a school environment or training under the Student Associate Scheme (D)
Experience of working since leaving full time education (D)

Knowledge
An understanding of the role of a teacher (D)
An awareness of the National Curriculum and Primary Framework for Literacy and Mathematics(D)
Ability to use ICT for a range of purposes (D)

Personal Qualities
Ability to work on own initiative and manage own work load (E)
Ability to combine work and study (E)
Ability to work co-operatively and effectively with colleagues (E)
Ability to build relationships with children that promote learning (E)
Clear and accurate verbal and written communication skills (E)
Ability to read effectively (E)
An interest in and enjoyment of working with children (E)
Determination to achieve Qualified Teacher Status (E)

Other
Interests that would enhance children's learning experience (D)
Willingness to implement and promote equal opportunities policies (E)
Good health (E)
Clean Criminal Record (E)
Willingness to seek employment as a teacher in the local area (D)

**Please note that preference is given to career changers and Teaching Assistants **

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Course Content

The content and structure of the course varies according to trainees' previous experience and this may affect the length of the training. For those with relatively limited experience, a typical training programme lasts three terms and may be structured as outlined below:

Term 1
Induction week
Subject audits - English, maths and science
Input and study focuses on literacy and numeracy
Additional input and study includes behaviour management; planning and assessment; special needs; ICT; and teaching science and humanities.
Work alongside an assigned teacher in one key stage
Classroom activities begin with assisting the class teacher, supporting groups of children and teaching parts of lessons
Gradually increase whole class teaching up to 50% of the week
One week teaching literacy and numeracy
Residential with Two Mile Ash Training Consortium
Written assignment on classroom management.

Term 2
Input and study includes equal opportunities; assessment; teaching art, music, P.E. religious education and ICT; job applications and interviews.
Change key stage and work alongside a different class teacher
Gradually increase whole class teaching up to 75%
Experience of teaching in another school for a minimum of 4 weeks
3-day training block
Written assignment on science and using ICT

Term 3
Input and study includes PSHE and citizenship; teaching in other phases; planning out of school trips; and reporting to parents.
Return to key stage of term 1
Whole class teaching up to 80% with decrease in class teacher support
Written assignment on subject of own interest
Final assessment

Each half term progress towards the standards required for Qualified Teacher Status is assessed and targets are set.

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Can I train to teach in a secondary school?

The 2Schools Consortium is only involved in training primary teachers, either Foundation and KS1 or KS1 and KS2. If you are more interested in training as a secondary teacher via the GTP, you could contact other consortia in North London, for example, London North Consortium or North East London Partnership. Details of these can be found in the Employment Based Routes section of the TDA website.


Can I train on the GTP if I have qualified as a teacher overseas?

The GTP is not intended for those who have trained to be a teacher abroad. However, the 2Schools Consortium can support overseas trained teachers in achieving Qualified Teacher Status by offering:

Although the cost of the final assessment is met by the TDA, the teacher or school is charged for any training, meetings or preliminary visits(s). 

Applications can be submitted at any time, with support and final assessments arranged to suit applicants.

You may apply for a place on our OTT programme if you:

If your qualifications are not equivalent, we can arrange equivalence tests for you.

OTTs must demonstrate that they can manage whole classes, have experience of teaching across two consecutive key stages and that they have sound knowledge of the National Curriculum. 

If you meet the above and have at least 2 years classroom teaching experience, you can apply for QTS and NQT assessment.

. (Click here for a an application form)

Teachers from the European Community (EC) are likely to be recognised as qualified to teach in England. If you are qualified in an EC country you should contact the General Teaching Council on 08700010308 or www.gtce.org.uk. If your qualification is not recognise you may be eligible for the Graduate Teacher Programme.

Further advice can be obtained from the OTT help line on 01245454321 or email ott@tdainfo.co.uk

What is the Registered Teacher Programme (RTP)?

The RTP is for those who have a minimum of 2 years higher education. Whilst on the programme they complete a degree and train for QTS, which takes up to 2 years. The programme is available for primary and secondary teaching. For further information contact London Metropolitan University 0207-133-2613 for primary, or Middlesex University for secondary

We hope the information on this website has been helpful. If you would like to find out more or have questions that have not been answered, please contact us by post, phone, fax or email.

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