Initial Teacher Training
Start your teaching career in Bexley, Bromley or Greenwich
The way that people enter the teaching profession is important and high quality Initial Teacher Training plays a critical role in setting early career teachers up for a successful and fulfilling career. Thames South TSH is passionate about working with our partners to grow the very best teachers across Bexley, Bromley and Greenwich.
We work with the DfE's lead providers and schools to make sure the routes into teaching are made clear and accessible for those in our region, as we aim to improve the quality of teaching and outcomes for our children.
Take a look at the DfE's digital brochure here for information about routes into teaching, pay and how to apply.
To find out more about the providers in our area and the routes into teaching they provide, please look at our Thames South TSH ITT Directory.
You can find links to providers' websites below including to our ITT partners, Bromley Schools' Collegiate and the University of Greenwich.
If you are a school who are interested in hosting an ITT placement, or would like to talk about having an apprentice, please contact us at thamessouthtsh@nestschools.org.
Providers working in Bexley, Bromley and Greenwich
Bromley Schools' CollegiateUniveristy of GreenwichTeach South Easte-Qualitas Teacher TrainingUniversity of Roehampton, LondonUniversity College London's Institute of Education (UCL)Ark Teacher TrainingUniversity of DerbyTKAT Teacher TrainingGoldsmiths, University of LondonUniversity of ChichesterTES InstituteNational Institute of Teaching
Get Into Teaching events
Get Into Teaching events are a great place to discover how varied and rewarding a career in teaching can be.
The event experience includes:
- Meet a teacher zone – participants can find out what it’s like to be a teacher by meeting current teachers who offer practical advice on a range of topics.
- Advice zone – participants can speak to former teachers with years of experience who specialise in supporting people on their journey into teaching.
- Local training provider exhibition – attendees can take advantage of this unique opportunity to meet numerous local providers all in one place. They can find out about the courses and entry requirements and speak to those who may be reviewing their application or even interviewing them.
- Presentations – attendees can join presentations about getting into teaching and applying for teacher training. These sessions will provide valuable information about the process and top tips for their application.
- Funding support – participants can get one-to-one advice on financial support for their teacher training.
- Sign up for a teacher training adviser – if participants want to continue receiving support after the event, they can get personalised support from an adviser. They can chat, phone, email, or text as little or as often as needed.
The events are informal and relaxed and are a great opportunity for anyone considering a career in teaching to have their questions answered. A full list of events is available here.
Undergraduate Teaching Apprenticeship
Teacher Degree Apprenticeship
The Teacher Degree Apprenticeship (TDA) is a 38-month, full-time programme designed to support non-graduate school staff in achieving a BA-level qualification in Primary Education along with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
Offered in partnership with NITE at Coventry University, this apprenticeship is tailored for those working within Primary settings (5–11 years), including special schools.
Key benefits:
- Staff can gain a degree and QTS whilst working in their school
- Online training sessions provide flexible access
- Fully funded through the apprenticeship levy
For further information please see the documents below or email apprenticeships@nestschools.org for further information.
Postgraduate Teaching Apprenticeship
The Teacher Apprenticeship is designed for graduates employed in schools who want to gain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) while continuing to work.
This PGTA is in partnership with Best Practice Network and is a school-based training programme. This pathway is completely free for the learner, as it is funded through the Apprenticeship Levy.
Successful completion of this programme will award Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a Level 6 Teacher Apprenticeship Qualification, which will qualify the trainee to teach in all schools in England.
For a part-time option for the PGTA, please contact us at apprenticeships@nestschools.org
