Welcome to the School of Education PGCE primary routes to teacher training With recommendation for Qualified Teacher Status

University-led course – Primary Education PGCE Full time one year training qualification Primary (3 – 11 year olds)

Structure of the PGCE primary course Four modules: Curriculum Studies - coverage of all National Curriculum subjects with an emphasis on English and Mathematics Developing Professional Practice (DPP) – emphasis is on learning and teaching Two assessed School-Based Training (SBT) experiences and directed tasks to complete in school (120 days)

University-led course – Primary Education PGCE Full time one year training qualification Primary (3 – 11 year olds)

Structure of the PGCE primary course Four modules: Curriculum Studies - coverage of all National Curriculum subjects with an emphasis on English and Mathematics Developing Professional Practice (DPP) – emphasis is on learning and teaching Two assessed School-Based Training (SBT) experiences and directed tasks to complete in school (120 days)

How will I study? Through: a combination of lectures, seminars and workshops engaging with on-line material independent study to develop subject knowledge and pedagogy reflecting on practice

School-based training This is organised by the Partnership office which arranges almost 1000 places each year across all ITT programmes. Most partnership schools are in Hertfordshire (or very near to Hertfordshire). School based training can only be within schools who are in partnership with UH

What is my time commitment? Programmes starts early September Full time - expectation of 40 hours study each week (attendance / directed work with colleagues / independent) Campus sessions are usually scheduled between 9.00am and 6.00pm During placement school times will vary (to include attendance at staff meetings, INSET etc)

Assessment Coursework is assessed through assignments – no exams You also need to pass school based training elements which are assessed against the 2012 Teachers’ Standards https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/teachers-standards

Support Module leaders Tutors School-based training mentor Visiting tutor Peer mentoring scheme University services

School Direct Routes at UH School Direct (salaried) Training programme School Direct (fee paying) programme

School Direct Routes - costs School Direct (salaried) Training programme Unqualified teacher salary (approx. £17000) School Direct Training programme UH fee for PGCE £9250* Student grants are available to eligible applicants * In 2017-18

School Direct Routes - Qualifications School Direct (salaried) Training programme recommended to NCTL for Qualified Teacher Status option to gain 30 masters level credits School Direct (fee paying) programme gain PGCE which is worth 60 masters level credits and includes recommendation to NCTL for Qualified Teacher Status

What happens in school? Observation Teaching practice Observing lessons and completing school based tasks Teaching practice Teaching gradually building to 16 hours a week by the middle of the programme over two adjacent age ranges. Those on the School Direct (fee paying) Programme must be supernumerary. Teacher Mentor/Professional Mentor Support Second school experience

Training Phase and Age Ranges offered All trainees are taught for the entire primary phase (ages 3-11) School-based training takes place in one of the following age range: - EYFS and KS1 (age range 3-7) - KS1 and KS2 (age range 5-11) - Lower KS2 and Upper KS2 (age range 7-11)

What we are looking for in our applicants Personal qualities self motivation self organisation interpersonal skills and communication leadership and passion resilience and adaptability respectful and considerate

School Information on recruitment and selection procedure School Direct partnerships work with University of Hertfordshire as an accredited provider The training places are assigned to the Lead School Successful applicants must be acceptable to both the lead school and accredited provider

Entry requirements GCSE English Language, mathematics and science Grade C or above Grade 4 from 2017) We do not accept equivalency tests. Honours degree (2:2 or above) We recommend that applicants undertake observation time in a state primary school prior to interview but this is not essential (sheet provided with suggested activities, see go.herts.ac.uk/x171) Pass Professional Skills tests in literacy and numeracy by 31st August 2108 Entry is also subject to an interview, DBS check, Declaration of Disqualification by Association and response to targeted and relevant health questions (NCTL-00097-2015) We may consider applicants with an ordinary or 3rd class degree if they have evidence of higher level study (masters or PhD) Overseas qualifications should be checked via UK NARIC before application. See www.naric.org.uk/

Professional Skills Tests Tests are administered by Learndirect http://www.learndirect.com Register on-line when you apply for an ITT course Book tests online – select a test centre Results available immediately Let UH know when you have passed both subjects teambresults@herts.ac.uk See http://sta.education.gov.uk/ for further details

Tuition fees (PGCE routes) £9,250 maximum* You may be eligible for a student loan that is not paid back until you are in employment *to be confirmed

What we are looking for in our applicants Your professionalism and your enthusiasm for teaching Work experience / time spent in schools Reflection on this experience: What have you learned about good practice? How? Why? Resilience, good humour and the ability to get the best out of people

What Ofsted say about us Trainees are highly motivated and reflective. They demonstrate strong subject knowledge and are keen to succeed. Visiting tutors are of high quality. They play a key role in supporting trainees and quality assuring school based training and mentoring. Selection and recruitment of trainees is rigorous, of high quality and involves a range of partners to ensure that good quality trainees are selected. Communication across the partnership is strong. The leadership and management of the partnership are of high quality. The commitment to improve outcomes for trainees has been shared very effectively.

How to apply and key contacts Apply through UCAS TT – Opens on 26th October 2017 www.herts.ac.uk Admissions office: admissions@herts.ac.uk PGCE Primary Admissions: Clare Campbell c.campbell5@herts.ac.uk Primary School Direct Admissions: Julia Mackintosh j.mackintosh@herts.ac.uk

The information in this presentation was believed accurate and up to date at the time of delivery. We may however make changes from time to time to advertised courses or modules (or occasionally discontinue them), for example as a result of the way in which we continually seek to improve our academic provision and take on board feedback from students and other stakeholders, or to take account of changed circumstances. For full details of when we might make changes, and how we will try to minimise any impact on people affected by them, please check our Key Facts Document at http://www.herts.ac.uk/apply.