development
teacher training (secondary)
PGCE route
Our school-based learning teacher training programme is an employment-based route available to high-quality graduates at secondary level. This non-modular programme runs for one year.
Successful completion will lead to the award of a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) and the award of Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). Trainees will normally be placed in two Greenwich secondary schools during the year.
The aim at the end of your training is that you will be employed in a Greenwich school.
This programme is led by the Lead Delivery Partner, Thomas Tallis School and will run for 36 weeks.
Successful completion will lead to the award of a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) and the award of Qualified Teaching Status (QTS).
The programme comprises two elements; university-based teaching (with Goldsmiths, University of London or the University of Greenwich) and school-based experience. Practical teaching experience is gained in two main schools, where student teachers are allocated subject-specialist mentors who offer feedback and guidance. During both placements there is the opportunity to develop your subject teaching, supported by specialist teachers. As well as covering all aspects of the National Curriculum and addressing all relevant government standards, this programme helps trainee teachers to develop as effective teachers. Sessions with our University Partners cover a range of topics, including planning lessons, assessment of pupils and classroom management.
We offer the following subjects: Maths, English, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Modern Languages, Design and Technology, Art and Design and Drama.
Our hub schools are:
Thomas Tallis
Plumstead Manor
Eltham Hill
St Ursulas
The John Roan
You must have:
A good honours degree (2:2 or above) or equivalent certified by ENIC and an appropriate level of subject knowledge in the chosen subject
English, Maths or equivalent certified by ENIC: Grade 4/C or above
Evidence of at least two weeks experience in a UK secondary school
Applications for September 2026 are available via DfE Apply.
Our provider name is Greenwich Learning Partnership and course codes are as follows:
Art and Design (25GV)
Biology (25GQ)
Chemistry (25GT)
Design and Technology (3XVA)
Drama (25HD)
English (25HS)
Mathematics (25HX)
Media Studies (T277)
Modern Languges (25HL)
Physical education (H097)
Any subsequent offers will be subject to the candidate undergoing all statutory safeguarding checks, including a Disclosure and Barring Service check an online check and an occupational health screening.
If you would like to find out more, please contact Shona Elliott at Thomas Tallis by emailing selliott@thomastallis.org.uk
Apprentice route
The GLP, in partnership with Xavier Teach SouthEast and Heronsgate Primary School are offering a Postgraduate Teacher Apprenticeship route (PGTA) for aspiring Secondary teachers.
We offer a 1-year ITT programme in secondary teaching in either Computing, Design & Technology or English, which if successful, will lead to the award of Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
Apprentice teachers will be paid by the employing school as an unqualified teacher during their year of training (£28,343 in 2025).
Apprentices take responsibility for a secondary subject and attend professional learning sessions throughout their training year.
Applicants to the programme need to have:
an honours degree or an equivalent qualification certified by ENIC
English and Maths GCSE or equivalent: Grade 4 and above
you are currently working in a secondary school who is in receipt of the apprenticeship levy.
your school is willing to financially support your year-long training
Applications for September 2026 start are open via DfE Apply.
Our provider code is 1G2 and the course codes are:
Computing Z225
Design and Technology J674
English X897
Any subsequent offers will be subject to the candidate undergoing all statutory safeguarding checks, including a Disclosure and Barring Service check, an online check and an occupational health screening.
For further information (for applicants or schools) contact Natasha Reay: nreay@heronsgate.greenwich.sch.uk
Fee-paying route
We offer a 1-year ITT programme in secondary teaching, which if successful, will lead to the award of Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
Fee-paying trainees will be based in one school for two terms, with a contrasting placement in a second school for one term. That, along with additional experience days, (such as in a SEND school), will broaden your training experience.
School placements are discussed at interview and your preferences taken into consideration using our knowledge of the staff, expertise, and capacity in our schools along with our knowledge of you and your unique set of circumstances, including your transport options and location on starting the course.
During your school placement, our trainees are encouraged to make the most of every opportunity to get immersed in school life. You will plan and deliver lessons, assess pupil progress, and manage classroom behaviour. You will observe experienced teachers, receive regular feedback, and gradually take on more teaching responsibility. You will have opportunities to participate in the wider life of your school life and work closely with your mentors to develop your professional practice.
Fees for this 1 year course are £8196.
Funding is available to help you train to teach if you choose a course that has tuition fees. You may be eligible for a student loan to cover the cost of your tuition fees or to help with your living costs.
Bursaries are available for Computing and Design and Technology courses.
Applicants to the programme need to have:
an honours degree or an equivalent qualification certified by ENIC
English and Maths GCSE or equivalent: Grade 4 and above
Applications for September 2026 start are open via DfE Apply. The last round of interviews will be held in June 2026, so you must apply before the end of May 2026.
Our provider code is 1G2 and the course codes are:
Computing K512
Design and Technology Z905
English B332
Any subsequent offers will be subject to the candidate undergoing all statutory safeguarding checks, including a Disclosure and Barring Service check, an online check and an occupational health screening.
For further information (for applicants or schools) contact Natasha Reay: nreay@heronsgate.greenwich.sch.uk