Teaching; your future, their future. Click to view the interactive video.

As a teacher, you can inspire the next generation and help them realise their ambitions. That means you can go home each day knowing you’ve made a real difference, giving all young people the chance to fulfil their potential.

If you want to grab that opportunity, we’re here to help you kick-start your new career. Register with us to receive personalised support, advice, and access to exclusive events. You can also use this site to keep track of your progress towards making a successful application to teacher training and receive personalised content each time you log in.

 

Why teach?

There are many brilliant reasons to get into teaching. Hear from real teachers about the challenges and rewards of the profession, read about salaries, and find out about your eligibility for teacher training. 

Explore my options

If you’re eligible to train to teach, you’ll need to choose an age group and subject, and explore the different training courses. Depending on your choices, you may be eligible for a tax-free bursary to support you, or you could earn a salary while you train.

Plan my application

Find out everything you need to know about successfully applying for teacher training and the support that’s available – from arranging school placements, to your written application and interview. 

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Train with School Direct

Train to teach in supportive school environments with experienced teachers and mentors.

 
 

Watch this video for helpful tips on getting into teaching, from real trainees and experienced teachers. Transcript (PDF, 48KB)

I worked for a bank, then in recruitment, and I realised an office environment wasn’t for me. I didn’t feel like I was making a difference. But you can as a teacher.

Samantha Webster, assistant headteacher

Upcoming events

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  • School experience days

    02 March 2015 AT 08:30

    An opportunity to experience a day in school and learn more about our School Direct Programme.

    Killingworth Open

  • The Oaks Consortium Open Day

    02 March 2015 AT 10:00

    A chance to visit Knole Academy, meet teachers and other School Direct trainees

    Sevenoaks Open

  • Drop-in recruitment event

    02 March 2015 AT 16:00

    Meet tutors and staff involved in the training programmes to discuss applying to the East Sussex Teacher Training Partnership SCITT.

    Newick Open

  • ARK Teacher Training Information Evening – English Specific

    02 March 2015 AT 18:00

    This is a great opportunity to find out about Ark Schools and how you can train to become a great teacher and help us tackle educational disadvantage. You will also take part in an interactive taster training session. 

    London Open