1. Thinking about becoming a teacher? Waverley School Direct

2. First all through school in Birmingham Primary – Secondary – Sixth Form – Studio College on new site (Ages 4 to 19) “Outstanding” since 2010 Resource base for pupils with cognition and learning difficulties Humanity, Equality, Aspiration, Respect Welcome to Waverley School!

3. Make a difference! Share your passion for your subject Earn a good salary Achieve a balanced lifestyle Benefit from promotion opportunities Access financial support for your training Why train to become a teacher? £25,000 up to £30,000 in some secondary priority subjects

4. University degree (at least 2:2) GCSE Grade C in English and Maths (+ Science for primary) Overseas qualifications – contact 0121 476 118 (ext. 3662), admissions@newman.ac.uk Subject Knowledge Enhancement courses School Experience School-led versus university-led Am I eligible?

5. Primary / Secondary “Training route” places PGCE (incl QTS) with Masters credits Host school from start of year; July induction Approx. 45 (primary) or 25 (secondary) days of specialist training at Newman University 6 assignments, ongoing reflective journal Evidence against Teacher Standards Mentor, Class Teacher(s), Professional Tutor (school) University Tutor (half-termly visits) Our School Direct programme

6. Local partnership of schools Timetable from 35/50% up to 80% (by Term 3) Second school placement Wider role of a teacher - form tutor, parents’ evenings, extra-curricular activities etc. Opportunities to learn from specialists in diversity and SEND Complementary and practical school-led programme (approx. 7 sessions across year) + Primary placement (secondary trainees) Our School Direct programme

7. Search for Waverley School on UCAS Teacher Training website to check vacancies Organise your referees Perfect your personal statement Ensure you have school experience Book your Professional Skills Tests (Literacy and Numeracy) Making an application through UCAS

8. Useful websites Make an application: https://www.ucas.com/ucas/teacher-training Funding information: https://getintoteaching.education.gov.uk/bursaries-and- funding School Experience Programme: https://getintoteaching.education.gov.uk/getting-school- experience Newman University: www.newman.ac.uk/school-direct-qts