Graduate Teacher Programme

Introduction

The Graduate Teacher Programme offers you a way to qualify as a teacher while you work. It is normally a one-year programme of post-graduate training.

What do we do?

The Workforce Development and Governance Service can accredit our own trainee teachers as part of an Awarding Body which comprises of Salford, Tameside, Trafford, Oldham, Rochdale and Manchester Local Authorities, with Manchester Metropolitan University (STTORMM) . Our Service recruits and assists candidates to be matched to a suitable school in which to train. The service supports local candidates on the programme by providing:

Information and advice about the programme
Initial application forms and assessment of eligibility
Support to applicants in finding a school
Advice on writing training plans
Assistance in finding a suitable placement school
Support to trainee teachers on the Programme
Support to participating schools and GTP mentors in those schools
Facilitation of Network Group meetings for GTPs
Facilitation of Network Group meetings for Mentors (if requested)
Facilitation of training courses for GTPs where needs are identified

We can also assist prospective candidates find suitable voluntary placements/tasters to see if a career in teaching is for them.

Am I eligible to apply for the GTP?

The Graduate Teacher Programme is a post-graduate qualification for people with recent experience of working with children:

Candidates should:

be working as a teaching/classroom assistant in an Oldham school, or to have had experience of working with children in schools, either paid or in a voluntary capacity
gain the support of a school who will provide training and the support of a mentor to contribute to your assessment
have a level of English that is adequate for completing written assignments
have English and Maths GCSE at grade C or above (and science for those in primary)
have the ability to manage time to study and work at the same time

How can I find out more?

Further information is available from the Workforce Development and Governance Service or accessed through the links on the right:

A pre-application form is available to download.

Graduate Teacher Programme Factsheet (PDF 48k)

Contact details:

Workforce Development and Governance Service
The Centre for Professional Development
Rosary Road
Fitton Hill
Oldham
OL8 2QE

Telephone: 0161 770 4291
Fax: 0161 770 3664
E-mail: WDGS@oldham.gov.uk

We look forward to working with you.