Poole Scitt

How to apply to the Poole SCITT

Essential entry requirements

Poole SCITT is a postgraduate course - you will require:

• An honours degree (2:2 or above) from a UK higher Education Institution.
• You will also require GCSE grade C or above in English, Maths and a Science subject.

In addition we recommend:

• That you have a good personal academic record at secondary education and beyond and are familiar with a range of ICT skills
• That you will be able to demonstrate a strong commitment to Primary Education and to have spent time working (either paid or in a voluntarily capacity) in a primary school setting. You will be asked to reflect and discuss such experiences during the interview process. A minimum of 1 week (preferably 2) school experience from the previous twelve months is required.
• That you seek a strong recommendation from an appropriate referee who is aware of the challenges of a primary school. This will not necessarily be an academic tutor. It may for example be a Headteacher/Senior member of staff from your school experience who can comment on your work with children.
• If you are successful at interview, you will be asked to complete the pre-course primary school experience form. You may want to consider using this as a guide for your work experience. Please download a copy of the form by clicking here

If you are enthusiastic and determined, and aspire to become an excellent teacher then we would like to hear from you.

Please note that trainees will be required to pass the National Skills Tests in English, Maths & ICT during the course. Currently, it is not possible to take these beforehand.

All applications are received via the Graduate Teacher Training Registry (GTTR). You have three options:

Option 1: Online

Visit www.gttr.ac.uk

Option 2: Telephone

0871 468 0469

Option 3: Write

Graduate Teacher Training Registry
Rosehill
New Barn Lane
Cheltenham
Gloucester
GL52 3LZ

In all cases, please use:

Quoting: Institution Code POOLE P75

Course Code: General Primary X100

The course is neither modular nor flexible. There is no specialist subject as the course is classed as ‘General Primary’.

No applications are accepted outside of the GTTR process. You are advised to apply as early as possible when the GTTR opens for applicants. The GTTR usually opens early to mid October.

Poole SCITT is committed to safeguarding children. Therefore, any offers made subsequent to the interview are conditional upon satisfactory evidence of qualifications, medical clearance and other safeguarding checks which will include an enhanced Criminal Records Bureau clearance.  (Please note, a criminal record does not automatically debar a candidate from a place on the course).   

If you have any queries, please visit the FAQ section. If your query has still not been answered, please contact Helen Best who is the Administration Manager.