Reaccreditation: Celebrations for GSA SCITT
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George Spencer Academy SCITT is extremely pleased to share that we have been successful in our reaccreditation bid for the delivery of the Initial Teacher Training (ITT) programme, leading to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) from September 2024 onwards.
This was an extremely challenging process within a short timeframe – we would like to take this opportunity to thank each and all of our partners who were part of this process, especially our SCITT partner schools, Lead Mentors and delivery partners.
Vice Principal of George Spencer Academy, Jules Gordon said,
‘George Spencer Academy has always been invested in training teachers and we continue to be impressed with all of those who have trained with us in the past and their journeys.
‘We are delighted to continue our offer of high-quality teacher training, unrivalled support, and excellent professional guidance to ensure a year of training becomes a lifetime of opportunity.’
As part of Spencer Academies Trust, we have delivered the ITT programme for the past 13 years, and have trained over 500 teachers.
Director of the Spencer Teaching School Hub, Tammy Elward commented,
‘The reaccreditation of George Spencer SCITT and many other ITT providers in the region is fabulous news for the area so that our Hub schools can continue to collaborate to nurture our next generation of teachers.’
SAT CEO, Paul West said,
‘The George Spencer SCITT has been one of the leading providers of ITT in the region for over a decade, and consistently delivers teacher training of the highest quality. The team rightly deserve this accreditation and will continue to deliver excellence in this highly competitive sector.’
The SCITT team is excited to enter the Stage 2 follow up phase, working with accredited providers to ensure our ITT programme remains of the highest quality and is developed in line with the ITT criteria 2024/25.
We are pleased we can continue to support schools in our region to train and retain the very best teachers for our pupils.
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– Caroline Arnold, Director of ITT at George Spencer Academy SCITT
ITT: Whole School SEND Resources
NEW Whole School Send ITT Resources
These resources are designed to help early career teachers develop effective and inclusive habits. Whether you are training as a teacher, or training teachers, these resources are freely available to work through together; sharing and exploring a pedagogy for teaching pupils who can find learning difficult.
https://www.wholeschoolsend.org.uk/itt-resources
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ITT: Supporting Former Teachers to Return to the Classroom
We are expanding our support offer for former teachers considering a return to the classroom. Alongside maths, physics and modern foreign languages, we are now providing support to former teachers wanting to return to teach chemistry and computing.
Our expert return to teaching advisors can provide support every step of the way. This video explains how an advisor can assist, including help with the application process and finding teaching vacancies.
Former teachers can register for support on the return to teaching webpage where you can also access the latest guidance and advice, including exclusive return to teaching events.
Read MoreWatch this video to see how an advisor can assist, including help with the application process and finding teaching vacancies: https://youtu.be/2NrLm_XId4k
Former teachers can register for support on the Return to Teaching webpage where you can also access the latest guidance and advice, including exclusive return to teaching events: https://getintoteaching.education.gov.uk/returning-to-teaching
ITT: Applications Open for this Year’s Scholarship Programme for Computing, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics
Scholarships are available in computing, chemistry, mathematics, and physics to support trainee teachers through their teacher training year starting in autumn 2022.
Please remind applicants of this opportunity, and that they will need to make a separate application to the relevant professional body.
Along with tax-free funding of £26,000, successful applicants will also receive a support programme from their appropriate professional body.
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For further scholarship details, including application processes and eligibility, visit: https://getintoteaching.education.gov.uk/funding-and-salary/overview/scholarships
For more information on postgraduate bursaries and scholarships visit:https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/initial-teacher-training-itt-bursary-funding-manual/initial-teacher-training-bursaries-funding-manual-2021-to-2022-academic-year
Summer 2022 – Teaching Internship Programme
The Teaching Internship Programme is commencing this summer at George Spencer Academy!
We offer a 3-week placement at George Spencer Academy during June and July for those currently studying Maths, Physics, Engineering or Computer Science at university and are interested in teaching Physics, Maths or Computing. This programme offers an insight into teaching as a career and will allow interns to work with current trainees, ECTs, teachers and leaders. Each intern will also receive £300 per week for attendance and active participation in the programme.
Apply Now!
To view the Salaried Teaching Internship flyer, please CLICK HERE.
CLICK HERE to apply.
Teaching Internship 2022 – Privacy Notice
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