PGCE Primary QTS (SCITT)

Entry requirements

Trainees National requirements for trainee teachers include:

• An undergraduate degree of a United Kingdom higher education institution or equivalent qualification
• A standard equivalent to a Level 4/Grade C in the GCSE examinations in English, Mathematics and in a science subject
• The ability to communicate clearly and accurately in Standard English
• Competence in numeracy and literacy
• For Jewish Studies and Teach to Lead: A proven academic foundation of continued learning relevant to the subject
• Eligibility to work in the UK
• Personal and intellectual qualities as deemed appropriate by us and meeting the Secretary of State’s requirements for physical and mental Fitness to Teach as detailed in the Department for Children, Schools, Families R1.5d Qualifying to Teach (2007)
• DBS enhanced certification. We will help you organise this.

You will need to demonstrate (at interview and through your application) the academic ability to reach a PGCE level.

Applicants who do not hold English, Mathematics or Science Level4/Grade C

If you do not hold English, Mathematics or Science at Level 4/Grade C or above or an equivalent qualification, you can still apply as long as you indicate on your application form that you are taking an equivalency test from: https://astarequivalency.co.uk/

A pass in these tests will be acknowledged by LSJS SCITT as being equivalent to Level C/Grade 4 or above at GCSE/GCE O-level.

LSJS SCITT actively promotes safeguarding practices.

Months of entry

September

Course content

Approximately 1 in 4 schools in the UK is a faith school. A huge benefit of training at LSJS is that you will learn how to teach in a faith school – focusing on Jewish schools, you will learn to be comfortable teaching the national curriculum whilst being respectful of religious beliefs and British values. This gives you a specialist edge as you begin your career.

SCITT (School Centred Initial Teacher Training), is an ideal route to QTS for those who wish to gain experience teaching in a few different schools and positions thoughout their training year. It is a one-year training programme that leads not only to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) but can also lead to a PGCE Primary Education (post-graduate certificate of education).

You will spend part of your time in Hendon, north-west London, being taught how to teach across the primary curriculum. You will also spend around 120 days training in high-performing schools.

You will receive university style training with significant hands-on experience. By the end of the course you will be well-equipped to enter any classroom. We place a real emphasis on practical elements of teaching with expert tuition in creating exciting lessons, using technology as well as class and behaviour management. Over the course, you will develop the tools and confidence to teach a class and quickly rise to senior leadership once you've qualified.

We are a small provider offering excellent support and 1-1 mentoring. We generally do not have more than 20 trainees on the course so we are able to fully invest in your development.

All trainees are allocated a SCITT Professional Tutor who is responsible for monitoring the trainee’s progress during school experiences. Through seminars on applying for your first job and preparing for interviews, your are supported to help secure your first teaching position.

LSJS is an excellent provider of Teacher Training. We offer the chance to train as a Primary School Teacher, or a Primary Jewish Studies Teacher. LSJS has a high employment record and you will be given the best start in your career.

Alternatively, if you wish to train as a Secondary School teacher, please see our School Direct (secondary) programme.

Information for international students

Applicants with non-British qualifications:

If you hold a degree or other qualifications from a non-UK institution, you must verify their equivalence through the National Recognition Information Centre for the UK (UK NARIC): Tel: 01242 260 010

This is an extremely popular course and we only have a limited number of places – so we encourage early applications.

Application for the SCITT programme is via https://www.gov.uk/apply-for-teacher-training using the following codes:

Provider: London School of Jewish Studies 28T - Course name: Primary X104

If you need help, please contact us - we are happy to assist. Call the office on +4420 8203 6427 ext. 216

Fees and funding

Our current fee is set at £9,000, which has remained the same as last year's fees. The fee for students who have lived outside the UK for 3 years or more is provisionally £12,250.

See the Student Loans Company website for details of student loans and grants that are available.

LSJS has additional support packages available for trainees who develop a specialism in Jewish Studies. Please contact us for details.

Contact Suzanne Wayland for more information on 0208 203 6427 ext. 216.

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