Secondary Teacher Apprenticeship (QTS)

Apprenticeships are work-based training programmes that are designed to help employers train people for specific job roles. At the same time, apprentices have the benefit of earning whilst they learn, training towards a nationally recognised apprenticeship standard.

To apply for the Secondary Teacher Apprenticeship, you must hold a first degree (minimum 300 credit points with 60 at level 6) from a UK higher education institution or equivalent qualification. You'll also need GCSE grade C/4 or above in Mathematics, English, and Science to meet national requirements for Qualified Teacher Status. Either English language or English literature GCSE fulfils the English requirement. All applicants must undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and satisfy statutory safeguarding requirements. If you have a foundation degree, you'll need to supplement it with at least 60 credits at level 6 to meet the degree criteria.

We currently use a blended approach for delivering teaching and learning, with some sessions delivered on campus and others remotely. The learning on the apprenticeship will be broken down into individual modules or units.

Throughout the apprenticeship you are required to complete an assessment for each module or unit. Module assessments include written assignments, presentations, or reports. At the end of your on-programme learning duration of the apprenticeship, you will be required to complete your End Point Assessment (EPA). The format of the EPA varies depending on the apprenticeship you study. EPA assessment methods can include professional discussions, projects, presentations and a portfolio of evidence.

To be recommended for QTS, you will need to meet all the current requirements.

Off the job training is an ESFA requirement. Essentially 20% of your working week should be dedicated to enhancing the knowledge, skills and behaviours covered in your apprenticeship standard. Activities can include: • Attending learning sessions • Assignment completion • Subject reading • Research • Pod casts, webinars or conferences • Shadowing or mentoring a colleague • Review meetings with your manager • Training sessions • Observations

Yes. Bishop Grosseteste University will provide you with an OJT logbook so you can record all the training hours and a brief description of the activities you have undertaken.

Yes. A mentor is an essential part of your apprenticeship journey. They will provide support throughout your learning journey and signpost learning opportunities with your job role and organisation.

Your mentor might be your line manager, but this is not necessarily always the case. Ideally your mentor should have some knowledge and experience of the learning outcomes in the apprenticeship standard and have good understanding of your job role. They should be able to support you through a variety of ways across the apprenticeship, by attending review meetings with you and the Apprenticeship Development Officer, provide clear honest feedback, set clear targets, discuss project ideas, and provide witness testimonies which highlight your knowledge, skills and behaviours in the workplace setting.