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, more information about our ITT partners, Bromley Schools' Collegiate and the University of Greenwich, as well as information about the DfE's 'Get Into Teaching' events.
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.
Bromley Schools’ Collegiate has been providing Initial Teacher Training since 1993 and welcome applications from those just finishing university, as well as those who are career changers.
"This diversity in our intake is one of the strengths of our programme as we specifically look for candidates that want a career as a teacher and not just to gain Qualified Teacher Status. Typically, our intake ranges from those in their early 20s through to career changers in their 50s.
We value the range of life experiences and skills that everyone brings and this helps to shape them into effective teachers who put the holistic development of children and young people at the heart of their teaching. We focus our programme on equipping teachers with the knowledge and practical skills that will equip them for a rewarding career as a teacher serving their local community."
Do you have unqualified teachers or instructors within your school or Trust that you want to support to gain QTS? Bromley Schools’ Collegiate offer an Assessment Only Route for those staff that are already teaching within schools, who do not hold QTS.
Assessment Only RouteTo find out more about BSC's Initial Teacher Training programmes and join one of BSC's information sessions, either email the office on administrator@gradteach.uk, visit our website www.bscteach.co.uk or call us on 0208 300 6566.
The University of Greenwich, are proud of their heritage of being a centre of excellence for the training of teachers in London and the South East since 1906.
The University of Greenwich trains teachers across all 4 phases Early Years, Primary, Secondary and Further Education and Skills with first-rate outcomes.
Routes into teaching at Greenwich
If you have any queries, please contact l.atkins@gre.ac.uk
"We are very proud and excited to be working with Thames South Teaching School Hub to support teacher development through from training to professional qualifications."
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.
