Please find below information about The Grand Union Training Partnership's Recruitment and Selection procedures..

You can view our courses via https://www.gov.uk/find-postgraduate-teacher-training-courses  

If you wish to apply, please visit https://www.gov.uk/apply-for-teacher-training and search via 'The Grand Union Training Partnership' (G60) or our Lead School Sponne School (1PJ).

Alternatively, you could complete our “Register Your Interest” Form and return it to us at . This form will enable us to establish if you meet our entry criteria and may lead to an interview.

All applicants are required to have a GCSE grade C or Level 4 or above in Maths and English (Assessment Only applicants must also have a GCSE grade C or Level 4 or above in a Science.) In some circumstances there is the opportunity for applicants to sit an equivalency test. It is also a requirement to have a degree in a relevant subject at 2:2 or above. 

The course tuition fees have been set at £9,535 and you may apply for a Student Tuition Fee Loan which will cover the cost of your tuition fees plus you can also apply for a Student Maintenance Loan. You may be entitled to a bursary depending upon the subject you are training to teach and your degree classification.

Fundamental literacy and numeracy checks will also be part of our recruitment process.

If you need further information, please do not hesitate to contact us.

When making an application, you may want to consider the below Teacher Trainee Expectations and Trainee Teacher Specifications.

Trainee Teacher Expectations

During school placements, these are the expected standards for trainee teachers :

• Safeguarding & respect
  • Safeguard pupils in line with statutory requirements.
  • Show tolerance and respect for all, including different faiths and beliefs.
• Professional conduct
  • Follow statutory frameworks and school policies.
  • Be punctual and maintain high attendance.
  • Act professionally both in person and online.
• Teaching & learning
  • Set high expectations that inspire and challenge pupils.
  • Create a safe, respectful, and stimulating classroom environment.
  • Demonstrate secure subject knowledge and address misconceptions.
  • Promote literacy, clear communication, and standard English.
  • Encourage curiosity, scholarship, and a love of learning.
  • Plan and deliver well-structured lessons for all pupils, including those with SEND, EAL, or disabilities.
  • Use varied teaching approaches suited to pupils’ development.
• Reflection & assessment
  • Reflect on teaching effectiveness and adapt practice.
  • Contribute to curriculum design.
  • Set homework and out-of-class activities to extend learning.
  • Monitor progress using data, set targets, and give timely feedback.
  • Apply statutory assessment confidently and accurately.
• Behaviour & relationships
  • Manage behaviour fairly and consistently with praise, sanctions, and rewards.
  • Use strategies that motivate and engage pupils.
  • Promote courteous behaviour across the school.
  • Maintain positive relationships while exercising appropriate authority.
• Professional responsibilities
  • Contribute to the wider life and ethos of the school.
  • Build effective relationships with colleagues and seek support when needed.
  • Use support staff effectively.
  • Engage in professional development and respond to feedback.
  • Communicate clearly with parents/carers about pupils’ progress and well-being.

Trainee Teacher Specification

Qualifications

• GCSE grade 4 (or equivalent) in English and maths.
• A UK honours degree (2:2 or above) or equivalent.

Health & Physical Capacity

• Fit to teach without risk to pupils’ health, safety, or well-being.
• Able to:
  • Communicate clearly with pupils, colleagues, and parents.
  • Show sound judgement and vigilance.
  • Supervise and support pupils safely.
  • Manage classes effectively.
  • Plan, deliver, and assess lessons.
  • Report accurately on pupil progress.

Suitability

• Must pass pre-selection checks, including:
  • Enhanced DBS check and children’s barred list.
  • Pre-training health questionnaire.
• If you have a disability, you must be able to meet the role requirements with reasonable adjustments.

Personal Characteristics

• Flexible, motivated, and resilient.

• High ethical standards inside and outside school.

• Uphold public trust in the profession.

• Reliable, punctual, and consistent.

• Enthusiastic about working with children and young people.

• Build respectful relationships while maintaining professional boundaries.

• Tolerant and respectful of others’ beliefs; uphold British values (democracy, rule of law, liberty, mutual respect).