Browse the courses we have available and check the entry requirements. Upon successful application, you might be eligible to take a Subject Knowledge Enhancement Course (SKE) to develop your subject knowledge prior to embarking upon your ITT course. You can find out more about GORSE SCITT’s Subject Knowledge Enhancement courses by clicking below.

Once you have decided upon a postgraduate ITT course, Apply on the government website by clicking below. You can find our unique course codes on our primary and secondary subject pages. Click here to view our top tips for applying to teacher training.

Track the progress of your application, see your interview date and be notified of an offer below. If at any point during any of your application process you require further assistance, please contact our team. Once we have received your application, we aim to respond to you within two working days.

Top Tips to Apply

Before applying, it’s essential to understand the demands and rewards of a teaching career and consider whether it’s the right fit for you. GORSE SCITT can support you in arranging a School Experience Placement (SEP) day. This provides the opportunity to spend a day in a school environment, giving you valuable insight into your chosen subject or age phase. Alternatively, you could attend one of our taster days where you can have a presentation around the training year, a tour of the school, an observation of a lesson in your chosen subject/phase as well as application support.

Book School Experience – Outstanding Initial Teacher Training across Leeds, Bradford and East Yorkshire

This experience can also serve as valuable content for your application and interview.

In addition, we recommend researching key aspects of the education system, such as the National Curriculum, exam boards, and current educational research, to develop a strong foundational understanding of today’s teaching landscape. This knowledge will help you stand out in both your application and interview.

The application form is your opportunity to demonstrate your motivation for teaching and your suitability for the subject or phase you’ve chosen. The form consists of several key sections:

  • Personal details
  • Qualifications – A-levels are particularly important if your degree is not directly related to your chosen subject.
  • Work experience – Reflect on any previous employment and draw connections between the skills you’ve developed and the requirements of teaching.
  • Personal statement – See guidance below.
  • References – You will need two professional references. Personal email addresses are not accepted. One should be your most recent employer, and the other your university (if you graduated within the past five years).

Your personal statement is a crucial part of the application. It allows you to showcase your passion for teaching and your readiness to begin training.

Be sure to include:

  • Why you want to become a teacher
  • Why you’ve chosen your particular subject or phase
  • Any experience you’ve had working with young people (e.g. youth clubs, sports coaching, volunteering, or school placements)
  • Any relevant skills or qualities that would support you in the classroom

The Interview Process 

5-Minute Presentation

You will deliver a 5-minute presentation, without the use of technology, to the interview panel: make this engaging around your subject and/or phase. Aim to demonstrate that you have researched the relevant National Curriculars and can connect your experiences and studies to these areas.

Formal Interview

There will be a formal interview with senior leaders from the SCITT and partner schools. This is an opportunity for you to share with us why you want to be a teacher of your subject or phase. You will be asked subject or phase specific questions centred on the relevant National Curriculars and Programmes of Study- be sure to research these prior to your interview!

Discussion Task

There will be a discussion task focused around the Prevent duty. You will have an article to read, and time to prepare your thoughts before the discussion.

Written Tasks

You will also complete various written tasks assessing your subject knowledge, numeracy and literacy skills and your attitudes towards education including the safeguarding of children.

If invited for an interview you will be expected to provide evidence of your qualifications, information about past experiences and education.

Entry Requirements

We are looking to select trainees with outstanding potential with a commitment and enthusiasm for working with young people. The academic requirements set out by the Department for Education to enter the profession are:

  • A grade C/Grade 4 (minimum) in GCSE English and Mathematics or equivalent. For primary applicants, you will also need a grade C/Grade 4 (or above) in Science
  • An honours degree, preferably in the chosen subject route (or equivalent verified through Ecctis)

Please be aware that as a SCITT we are unable to provide Visa sponsorship for overseas candidates.

Disclosure and Barring Checks

All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS clearance prior to commencing the course in September. We will complete a right to work check and complete a disqualification and prohibition to teach check. Referees will be contacted for verification purposes.

Suitability

GORSE SCITT will request you to complete a Health Check through Corazon Health Services prior to commencing the course to ensure you have the health and physical capability to teach. Appropriate adjustments will be made where necessary.

Equality and Diversity

GORSE SCITT is committed to providing a training and educational environment which recognises and celebrates diversity and removes barriers to individuals realising their full potential.