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School Direct Primary (5 – 11)

Our programme provides Associates Teachers (trainees) with the opportunity to develop as a subject leader. We offer four specialisms, and you will be guided to the most appropriate, dependent upon your prior experience and academic study. Our areas of specialism are:

Humanities
Languages
Mathematics
Science

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Entry Requirements:

Degree classification of a minimum of 2.2 (a 2.1 is desirable).
GCSE A*-C grades in English Language, Mathematics and Science (minimum of a B is desirable in respect of English Language).
Appropriate subject knowledge (A level, degree or Level 3 equivalent study) to follow one of the subject specialisms. Subject Knowledge Enhancement programmes may be available for suitable candidates.
Substantial prior recent and relevant experience in a UK primary school, not simply observing, but also supporting children's learning.
All candidates applying for 2013 entry to Primary School Direct will need to sit Professional Skills tests in English (Literacy) and Mathematics (Numeracy) prior to starting the programme.
For the School Direct (Salaried) route, you must have three years of work experience (not necessarily in an educational setting) to be eligble to apply.