Train to Teach: Primary Programme

Elaine Guzdek

Primary Programme Lead

We’re so proud of the feedback we receive from schools about our trainees!

We choose each one with great care, selecting those with the attributes for success and the potential to be outstanding teachers. One of the key characteristics we look for in a Primary trainee is a real passion for making a big positive difference to children’s lives.

Katy Isles

C&KTSH Primary Lead

I lead on Primary and Secondary ITE at Calderdale and Kirklees School Direct.

I love to work with people and support them to achieve their personal best.

Emma Rodrigues

YRTP Primary Lead

Emma has a PGCE in English and History, and has been teaching in secondary schools for over 30 years, and is part of the Batley Multi Academy Trust central team.

Emma believes passionately in staff development and works across the primary and secondary phase. Emma also holds a Masters in Education from the University of Leeds, and believes in developing evidence-informed practice.

TIE is amazing, so supportive!
–  Shauna Charnley (Previous Trainee)

About Elaine, Katy and Emma's role

Elaine, Katy and Emma’s role as the Primary leads is to guide you through every step of your PGCE. They will be there from your interview day, at our TIE Hub sessions, make visits during your placements and will be celebrating alongside you at your QTS graduation. She will be there to answer your questions, ensure you feel supported and find the best placement schools for you. During your placement time, Elaine, Katy and Emma will come and observe your teaching and provide feedback to help you become the best teacher you can be! They will also lead your TIE Hub time as you receive CPD and training from guest lectures alongside other TIE trainees.

Primary Subjects

Chat with our Primary ITT team!

Click below to register for a chat with our Primary ITT team and Elaine, Katy or Emma will give you a call! Within the call you can ask any questions you may have and discuss how you can gain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in one year.

How will I train?

During your time at the TIE Hub, you will learn alongside other trainees on your course while attending sessions led by partner school speakers and TIE staff. You will also benefit from the expertise and research of the brand new national flagship provider of teacher training through the National Institute of Teaching as well as our ITT collaborations through Calderdale and Kirklees Teaching School Hub and Yorkshire Rose Teaching Partnership. Sessions will also focus on specific subject knowledge in your chosen field, allowing you to become outstanding in your field. While days in your placement school allow you to gain practical experience, applying the knowledge you’re learning on the course in real-time. On average, we have a 98% employment rate, with an incredible 100% of our 2022 trainees securing employment with their placement school, demonstrating the incredible professional relationships that can be fostered during our training course!

 

TIE Hub

Around 26% of your time during the training year will be spent at TIE Hub sessions.

During your time at the TIE Hub, you will learn alongside other trainees on your course while attending lessons lead by partner school speakers and TIE staff. Your primary leads will be there on each of these days, so you can ask any questions and talk about your experiences at your placement school.

Placement Schools

Around 67% of your time during the training year will be spent within placement schools.

Days in your placement school allow you to gain practical experience, applying the knowledge you’re learning on the course in real-time. You can either choose your own placement school (if you’re a teaching assistant you can train in the same school you work within) or, Elaine, Katy and Emma will arrange your placement schools for you. We will always consider where you live so that your placement schools are as local to you as possible!

During your training, you will experience the following:

  • observation of skilled teachers at work in the classroom, followed by reflection and discussion
  • placements in two contrasting examples of our high-quality partner schools, with support from a skilled and dedicated mentor.
  • workshops, tutorials, lectures, guest speakers and small group work.
  • experience in SEN and PRU placements with support from your mentor.
  • weekly learning, training, study and assignments covering all aspects of education and pedagogy (eg the National Curriculum, how to prepare, plan and structure lessons; questioning techniques; special needs and behaviour management) and everything a successful teacher needs to know, be and do.

Want to find out about our interview process? Click here

White Rose Maths

are incredibly lucky to work alongside White Rose Education to provide excellent maths training for our Primary trainees. As MAT initiatives, we have access to all White Rose Education resources, specialists & the ability to adapt training sessions to offer bespoke lessons for our cohort.

Primary Alumni