The College > Hereteach - Initial Teacher Training

Hereteach - Initial Teacher Training

Hereteach logo

University of Worcester

Ofsted Outstanding

Hereteach Regional Training Hub is a partnership of secondary schools and post 16 institutions in Herefordshire and south Shropshire, helping to deliver the University of Worcester Secondary PGCE with QTS. Lead institution, Hereford Sixth Form College and delivery partner St Mary's Roman Catholic High School have recently been rated "Outstanding" by OFSTED, as has the University of Worcester School of Education.

Hereteach Professional Studies

Train to be a teacher in beautiful Herefordshire and the Welsh Borders!
You'll be joining a supportive, professional community with a wealth of expertise.
Hereteach will work with you to find the right school placement. You start the school year alongside other new colleagues and as a teacher, rather than a 'trainee'.
Expectations are very high and the learning environment is fun, yet challenging and designed to create outstanding teachers. Uniquely you will have experience in post 16 and special school establishments as part of your training.
We have high retention and employment rates for trainee teachers - you'll be guaranteed an interview for appropriate jobs across the Hereteach family.

To find out more, email HereteachITT@hereford.ac.uk or call us on 01432-355166, visit the Get Into Teaching webpage or download the Applicant Handbook.

24-25 Bursary

Subjects

We offer a selection of subjects where you will achieve a PGCE with QTS:

Art
Biology
Business (14-19)
Business with Economics (14-19)
Chemistry
Computer Science
Design & Technology (Food)
English
Geography
History
Mathematics
Modern Languages - French;
Modern Languages - French with German;
Modern Languages - French with Spanish;
Modern Languages - German with French;
Modern Languages - Spanish with French;
Physical Education (PE)
Physics
Psychology (14-19)
Religious Education

(All 11-16 with post 16 enhancement unless otherwise stated).

Entry Requirements

A 2.2 degree or above for all subjects (a third will be considered in extraordinary circumstances and will be reviewed on a case by case basis in conjunction with the University of Worcester)

GCSE Maths & English Language (grade C / grade 4 or above). The University of Worcester is able to organise equivalency tests for candidates without these qualifications.
Good organisational skills
Commitment
Energy and humour
Resilience
School experience is desirable, but not essential prior to an interview. At interview we will discuss relevant prior school experience or opportunities applicants have had to work with school aged children. It is at this point that we would discuss with a candidate whether additional school experience would support an individual in their decision that teaching is right for them
Ability to independently travel to schools within the Alliance
Ability to set and meet targets from initial interview and training in collaboration with UW (SKE courses available in most subjects)
Trainees have the opportunity to enhance ‘SKE’ subject knowledge and understanding through a pre-Sept course e.g. SKE in French, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Design Technology (Food), English, Geography and Maths.

Hereteach Partnerships

In your placements, you can expect the following experience:

Observation of experienced teachers.
Team teaching, assistant work or solo teaching.
Professional Mentor – weekly meetings for support and a professional studies programme;
Subject Mentor – daily support; sharing good practice; observation.
Staff Development – other regular workshops and external Staff Development where appropriate.

Hereteach Graduates

Get into teaching in three easy steps:

Step 1: Book now for the next School Experience Open Morning

In preparation for teaching, we recommend you get a taste for everyday life in a school. Our network of schools run regular school experience days to ensure you get a hands-on insight to what your future career might entail.

Step 2: Make an application through DFE APPLY

Applications for teacher training are made through Apply for teacher training - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). We can support you in your next steps of this exciting career by helping with your application, subject knowledge enhancement, bursaries and practical tips. Contact us if you need support.

Step 3: Keep in touch and stay informed

Call us for support as we are here to help. You will also find information on the DfE Get into Teaching website. The DfE site is essential reading to help with your application, the skills tests, salaries and bursaries.

Hereteach is the Herefordshire Regional Hub for the University of Worcester Secondary PGCE, you can find out more on the University of Worcester website: https://www.worcester.ac.uk/courses/pgce-secondary.

If you'd like an informal chat about getting into teaching or if you'd like to apply but don't know where to start, please do email us. We look forward to hearing from you HereteachITT@hereford.ac.uk

Hereteach Graduate Celebratory Meal