Maths teacher training

Maths is a key component of day-to-day life and if you are passionate about sharing your love of maths with young people, teaching could be for you. 

"I've never looked back on my decision to teach maths. Watching the children as they grasp the concepts that rule our world is a real privilege."

Benefits

 

Good maths teachers are always in high demand! If you choose to train to teach maths, you could be eligible for a generous tax-free training bursary of £24,000 or a prestigious £26,000 tax-free scholarship. Find out more information about funding here.

Tax-free funding of up to £26,000 along with additional funding via Student Finance

At Shotton Hall SCITT, your PGCE is awarded by, globally renowned, Durham University

Our lead school, The Academy at Shotton Hall, is one of only 23 Research Schools in the UK

Complete your initial teacher training year with Shotton Hall SCITT in just 10 months

We are in partnership with over 90 education providers across the North East

Secondary teacher training courses

(11-16 with KS2 enhancement and post-16 enhancement):

 

To attain qualified teacher status, trainees will be assessed against the Teachers’ Standards in the age phases of their course. They must teach and demonstrate that they achieve the Teachers’ Standards in the specific and consecutive age ranges.

Brush up on your subject knowledge

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You may be eligible for a subject knowledge enhancement (SKE) programme before you start your teacher training year. The programmes are available to enhance or refresh subject knowledge. Find out more information here.

Lisa Keech

Career changer

I felt confident that the training would be top quality, and I would be really well supported.”

Read all about Lisa's journey into teaching here

WHAT OUR TRAINEES SAY ABOUT US

"Fantastic all round training. What has really stood out for me is how supportive the whole SCITT team have been throughout the year. The highlight was my second placement which was excellent and the perfect fit!"