Graduate Teacher Programme

Notice:
We are unable to provide details relating to 2012/13 allocations/subjects at this stage.
Applications for GTP will only be accepted through the TDA online system, please submit by closing date 10 February 2012.

http://www.tda.gov.uk/get-into-teaching/teacher-training-options/gtp/how-to-apply.aspx

The Beauchamp ITT Partnership

The Beauchamp ITT Partnership was formed in 2002, and is currently training 16 Graduate Trainees. The GTP provides an employment-based route into teaching where the focus is primarily on classroom practice and the course is led by practising teachers. Trainees achieving QTS have benefited from the practical classroom-based training and have gone on to develop successful careers within the teaching profession.

Beauchamp works closely with other schools to provide trainees with the opportunity to experience different learning environments and increase their understanding of the education system. All schools have significant experience of teacher training. The Partnership is committed to the provision of quality training to graduates wishing to enter the teaching profession. All trainees will have experience within two schools during their training year and may be based in any of our Partner Schools.

Organisation

The GTP and the partnership is overseen by the Partnership Managers and the GTP Administrator who are based at Beauchamp. Each trainee will be allocated a mentor, who is an experienced teacher. Lead Mentors are used to support and advise trainees and mentors. A weekly Professional Development training programme is run throughout the year to raise awareness of key educational issues. All trainees are provided with their own laptop and trainees have full access to school systems. ICT is an essential tool in education and all trainees can access training to ensure that they are able to use it confidently.

More information about TRAINING [pdf]

Current Partner Schools

The Beauchamp College (14-18)
Rushey Mead School (11-16)
Lutterworth High School (10-14)
Gartree High School (10-14)

Minimum Application Requirements

All applicants must meet the minimum requirements:

• Grade C or above in both GCSE Maths and English
• Have a degree in the subject that you wish to teach (for joint honours, at least 50% of the degree must be in the specified subject area).
• For overseas qualifications please attach Naric certificate.

Selection of Trainees

On receipt of applications, suitable candidates are invited for interview. During this day candidates participate in the following:
Interview with Head of Department to ascertain subject knowledge.
15 minute presentation to a small group of students (topic to be previously arranged in conjunction with subject staff).
Discussion with existing Graduate Trainees regarding the nature of the training.
Interview with GTP Managers regarding the candidates’ interest in and suitability for teaching.
Short written exercise and comprehension to confirm skills of literacy.

If the candidate is thought to be suitable, two references will be requested before a letter of acceptance is drafted.