Requirements

Qualifications

• You must have a good UK Honours degree (preferably 2:1) or equivalent, AND
• Grade C / grade 4 or above in GCSE Mathematics, English Language and a Science.

Key Qualities
At Inspiring Leaders - 4 Derbyshire we are looking for 5 key qualities in our trainee teachers. These key qualities are what we think you will need in order to help you become a Qualified Teacher.

• Emotional Intelligence and Resilience
• Knowledge and Professionalism
• Creativity

• Good Communication Skills
• A Capable Reflector

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We are looking for candidates that are determined to change the lives of children and will put relationships at the heart of everything you do. If you are determined to make an impact on children’s lives, we will support and develop you to be a successful teacher

Other Requirements

• You must be able to communicate clearly in English, with a good understanding of correct grammar
• Achieve clearance from the Disclosure and Barring Service at the start of the course. You must not have previously been excluded from teaching or working with children
• Meet all the Department for Education entry requirements for Initial Teacher Education courses including suitability and fitness to teach checks

• UK School Experience is desirable 

We understand it is difficult to gain experience due to Covid restrictions at the moment.  However we can help you to develop your understanding of education, including recommending resources and our ‘Readiness for Teaching’ programme.  If you would like to enrol on our programme, please get in touch via email (abarton@flyinghightrust.co.uk) or visit our Events page.