Loughborough Learning Alliance
Thorpe Hill
Loughborough
Leicestershire LE11 4SQ
Tel: 01509 632911
Fax: 01509 231605
Ashmount School
Thorpe Hill
Loughborough
Leicestershire LE11 4SQ
Tel: 01509 268506
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Teacher Training
We're still accepting UCAS applications for Teacher Training during the Coronavirus pandemic.
Please apply as normal and we’ll be in touch via email/phone about the change of interview process.
For further information, please contact: schooldirect@ashmount.leics.sch.uk
schooldirect@ashmount.leics.sch.uk
Primary School Direct Teacher Training
Interested in becoming a Primary, Early Years or SEND Teacher?
- Our inspirational School Direct Programme, led by Ashmount School in Loughborough, is built on a long history of successful school based initial teacher training.
- We work alongside the University of Derby to enable trainees to achieve Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) with 60 Credits towards a Master’s Degree too.
- Trainees are placed in schools with high quality teachers, to acquire a wealth of practical experience in the classroom.
Why choose our course?
- The Loughborough Learning Alliance has over 13 years experience in training teachers.
- We have an excellent track record of our trainees achieving “Outstanding” or “Good” in their final assessments.
- We help you to prepare for and secure your first teaching role and many of the schools we work with are keen to employ our trainees.
- You’ll be part of the teaching team in your placement school from day one, learning from experienced colleagues and putting your new skills into practice straight away.
- We will support you every step of the way, with your own personal mentor and academic support from our partner University of Derby.
- Each trainee has access to an individual bursary of £350 from our Opportunities Fund to spend on resources to enhance their learning, for example a laptop or tablet, software, subscriptions, books or courses.
What will the training be like?
- Training lasts for one academic year starting at the end of August.
- We organise 2 contrasting primary or special school placements to give you a range of experience over the year.
- You will be based for 4 days per week in your placement school, and the other day is spent at either Ashmount School of the University undertaking core training.
- Key training is led by experienced and specialist leaders, including University staff, Headteachers, SLEs and successful teachers.
- There is also the opportunity to complete Enhancement Placements in other types of schools.
- You can opt to focus on one of three different pathways: 3-
7 age range, 5- 11 or SEND.
What are the entry requirements?
- If you have the motivation, commitment, resilience and ability to inspire a love of learning then this is the course for you.
- You need a first degree at a minimum of lower second class honours.
- GCSE grade C (or equivalent) in English, Maths and Science.
- Although not essential, we do recommend some recent experience of working within a School as this will help you to reflect on the profession and give you an understanding of the requirements needed to be an effective teacher.
How is the programme financed?
- Our places are non-
salaried and the programme fees are £9250. - Training bursaries and maintenance grants are available to help you with the costs. See the Get Into Teaching website for more information (www.getintoteaching.education.gov.uk).
How can I find out more?
- To search for our course and to find out more, visit https://getintoteaching.education.gov.uk/how-
to- apply - Formal applications need to be made via the UCAS portal (www.ucas.com).
- Once registered select Ashmount School as the lead school to apply for this School Direct programme with the LLA.
- Successful candidates are invited to interview in Loughborough.
- The interview involves English and Maths tasks, as well as group and individual interviews.
- For an informal chat or top find out a bit more, please contact us and we will be more than happy to help.
Find Out More
- Why train with us?
- About the programme
- Making an application
- Frequently asked questions
- Case studies
- Contact us
Links to our HEI Partner
- University of Derby
