Teacher Training 2022 Applicants Thread

Hi Everyone
I know that it's ridiculously early to be starting this, but I'm just too excited to resist it! I wanted to start this thread for people wanting to do their teacher training in 2022. I'm really eager to do a primary SCITT course. I would love to meet some other people and meet people in similar positions as me!

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Reply 1

04MR17

Volunteer Section Leader

Applying for Teacher Training for 2020 entry? :curious:

This thread is the place for you! :party2:

Welcome to the profession everyone told you not to join. :tongue:

Here you can meet other applicants and chat during the application process. :smile:

Name:
Location:
Specific Course:
Applying at:

Give as much or as little detail as you want :wink:

There's lots of different ways to get into teaching. This guide may help you if you're not sure.

You can sign up and apply for Teacher Training on UCAS here. :smile:

Or for more information about that process, see here.

Also, here's a little motivator if you feel like you need a bit of inspiration. :h:

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Reply 2

JamThatJam

Original post by ThatFreakyGeek99

Hi Everyone
I know that it's ridiculously to be starting this, but I'm just too excited to resist it! I wanted to start this thread for people wanting to do their teacher training in 2022. I'm really eager to do a primary SCITT course. I would love to meet some other people and meet people in similar positions as me!

Hey
I'll be doing a primary SCITT in September 2021- feel free to ask me any questions about the application/interview process :smile:

Reply 3

JJf1594

Original post by JamThatJam

Hey
I'll be doing a primary SCITT in September 2021- feel free to ask me any questions about the application/interview process :smile:

Hi, I was curious as to what they valued most in the interview? Was it more experience over your qualifications? What advice could you give to stand out? Also how competitive was the application process? Thanks in advance and sorry for all the questions!

Reply 4

JamThatJam

Original post by JJf1594

Hey, In the interview, the most important bit was your knowledge of teaching and the subject you are planning to teach (I'm doing primary, so they looked at your knowledge of teaching methods, behaviour management, safeguarding etc.). I would say that they defiantly value experience over qualifications (but this doesn't have to be school experience).

Some advice that I can give you is to make your personal statement stand out. Get a teacher training advisor from @GetIntoTeaching as they can help you as much as you want. I'd also suggest going for whatever route suits you and picking a provider best fits your needs (Uni prestige doesn't matter for teacher training). The SCITT route that I chose wasn't very competitive as they told me that they had unlimited spaces- However, this certainly isn't the case with all providers (some might be very competitive. I hope this helps and that I've answered all of your questions! :smile:

Reply 5

04MR17

Volunteer Section Leader

My interview was designed to make sure I knew what I had ahead of me.
Those scenario-based questions were pitched to see if I knew what was realistic about working as a teacher. They want to know that you understand what the job entails, what will be expected of you and what your motivation is to be a teacher.

More here:
https://www.thestudentroom.co.uk/jobs/careers/teaching/teacher-training-interview-advice

Reply 6

gracewilliamson

Original post by ThatFreakyGeek99

Hiii!! I'm the same applying for 2022! Can't wait to start the process!!🤞

Reply 7

MrsFair

Applying here too - in Scotland so don't have the option of the SCITT route unfortunately. Debating applying through clearing in July for 2021 start (if any courses come up) and if nothing else it'll be a trial run for next year 😂

Reply 8

Praise Ogbolu

Original post by ThatFreakyGeek99

Hi, I also want to do a primary pgce in 2022. Please does anyone have an idea of any uni for January intake?
Also when is the best time to start the application for same intake

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Reply 9

esther_

Original post by ThatFreakyGeek99

Hi, in the same position as you. Hoping to apply later this year to start my training in 2022. Really eager to do a secondary SCITT, most nervous about writing a personal statement again :s-smilie:

Reply 10

Aarif - Newman University Rep

Original post by esther_

Hi, in the same position as you. Hoping to apply later this year to start my training in 2022. Really eager to do a secondary SCITT, most nervous about writing a personal statement again :s-smilie:

Original post by Praise Ogbolu

Hi, I also want to do a primary pgce in 2022. Please does anyone have an idea of any uni for January intake?
Also when is the best time to start the application for same intake

Original post by gracewilliamson

Hiii!! I'm the same applying for 2022! Can't wait to start the process!!🤞

Good luck to everyone that will be applying in 2022.
I am currently a PGCE Primary (3-7) student at Newman University. If anyone has any questions please do message me I'm happy to help where I can.
https://www.newman.ac.uk/knowledge-base/postgraduate-teacher-education-pgce/

Reply 11

Praise Ogbolu

Oops! Newman uni isn't licensed to sponsor international students

Reply 12

Aarif - Newman University Rep

Original post by Praise Ogbolu

Oops! Newman uni isn't licensed to sponsor international students

Yes, that’s correct. Newman University is unable to offer courses to students that require a visa to study in the UK.

Reply 13

elaanorr

Ooo hey everyone I am looking to study primary education (7-11) with QTS in September 2022 hopefully at Liverpool Hope. Currently studying drama, geography and psychology all with AQA

Reply 14

Ellie098

Original post by elaanorr

Ooo hey everyone I am looking to study primary education (7-11) with QTS in September 2022 hopefully at Liverpool Hope. Currently studying drama, geography and psychology all with AQA

Hey, I'm wanting to study the same course in 2022 but can't decide on what uni to go to. How did you decide on Liverpool Hope?

Reply 15

fatiana

hii,
I've also applied for primary education with QTS for September, and now I'm waiting on the interview soon. I'm really excited but nervous at the same time :h:

Reply 16

SarcAndSpark

Original post by Praise Ogbolu

Hi, I also want to do a primary pgce in 2022. Please does anyone have an idea of any uni for January intake?
Also when is the best time to start the application for same intake

As far as I'm aware, there aren't any unis that offer January intake for the PGCE- they structure the course so that it follows the school year, and you qualify ready for September start, when most jobs are available.

There may be some small SCITTS that offer a January start, though.

Is there a reason you can't apply for 2021 entry in September?

Reply 17

SarcAndSpark

Also, shameless self plug, but some of you may find the FAQ I wrote last year useful: https://www.thestudentroom.co.uk/showthread.php?t=6193808

Reply 18

LamantChenille

I've put in an early application for Teach First in 2022, still not 100% sure if it's definitely what I want to do, but definitely a strong possibility!