WELCOME School Direct Information Evening Hove Park School | Wednesday 16 th October, 6-8pm

“The quality of a school system cannot exceed the quality of its teachers”

Why did we come in to Teaching? Wisdom/ Emotional Intelligence Righteous Indignation Passion

Know something about the context of your children

Our Recent Improvements A*-C grades inc En & Ma 27%41%44%61%65% 38% improvement across 5 sets of results 24% improvement over last 3 years 114 more students achieving 5EM than 2009 Most improved school in Brighton & Hove over last 3 years Remain in top 1% of national most improved schools

The whole point of schools is that children come first….. everything we do must reflect that single goal “Students First.”

Know something about the priorities and the Vision of your school:

Ambition and Drive Raise Standards Narrow the Gap Be in the top 1% most improved schools in the country.

Joint Responsibility ‘My Job is to help to put a man on the moon’

Before you go to sleep tonight What did I do to raise standards in the school today? How did I contribute to making this one of the most improved schools in the country Do I really want to be on this bus and if so, am I in the right seat?

The Road Ahead-Raise Standards 80% of Students to Achieve % A*-C including English and Maths Highest Achieving School in the City Remain the Most Improved School in the City Secure outstanding achievement throughout KS3, no child left behind.

First Impressions Punctual to interview Visit the school if possible Well presented-smart/ casual- not too weird! Know the names- or at least the gender of who you are going to meet Know something about the school, it’s recent journey and history If you can, watch the pupils and staff arrive Eye contact Body Language- mirror but don’t feel too awkward Be as open and friendly as you can to other candidates and staff/ pupils Genuine questions but not for the sake of it

What is being measured….. Team player Self starter Sense of humour- schools can be stressful places! Can act on own initiative Ability to remain calm in a crisis- of which there will be a few! Good listener Keen to improve and progress professionally Willing to go ‘the extra mile’ Positive attitude- glass is always half-full. Cynicism is a huge turn- off! Ability to respond to constructive advice

Our Trainees Cassey Gaywood – SD Humanities Annie Wallace – SD Drama Katherine Reading – NQT

School Direct Routes to Qualified Teacher Status A training partnership between secondary schools in Brighton and Hove area and local universities. School Direct Routes to Qualified Teacher Status

About School Direct “School Direct is the new way of training teachers which puts schools, the employers, at the heart of the process. With School Direct, schools can directly request training places. Schools select the provider of teacher training they want to work with, whether it is a university or a school-based SCITT. They agree the content and focus of the course depending on their needs. Most importantly they can choose and recruit the candidate they want – the candidate their school needs.” Charlie Taylor, CEO, National College for Teaching & Leadership

Benefits for prospective teachers “This sense of belonging is something which underpins the School Direct experience. As a School Direct trainee I have access to the full spectrum of school life. At a basic level, this means that I attend meetings, assist with a form, perform duties, and teach classes. On a training level, however, this means that I have access to a whole range of opportunities for professional development which I can use to enhance my training experience and my future employability.” “You are able to embed yourself into the school more than you would on a traditional placement, and therefore build stronger relationships with pupils and teachers that will help to improve your teaching.” “School Direct offers the experience of a school from the start, making teaching a far less daunting prospect.”

School Direct Routes School Direct (training) School based training often includes a PGCE with full time comprehensive training divided between school & university resulting in academic & professional qualifications (up to 90 M level credits). Candidates pay a tuition fee (via Student Loan Company) and may be eligible for bursaries, scholarships and student finance. This route can be similar to other PG routes such as mainstream PGCE course.

School Direct Routes School Direct (salaried) Employment based – training full-time in a school with some training at the University. Directed at career changers with an expectation of at least three years’ prior work experience Trainee receives a salary (approximately £16K) Can be employed by the school for a full academic year QTS only – although a PGCE is possible in some cases. This route is similar to an older route known as GTP

Funding – 2013/14 (2014/15 TBC) Other priority secondary: English, Geography, History, Computer Science, Greek, Latin, music, biology, PE

Our partnership offers … School Direct (training) & School Direct (salaried) in: English Drama Chemistry Physics Biology Science Art and Design History Geography Computer Science Economics Psychology Modern Foreign Languages Physical Education Music Sociology Religious Education

How to Apply Do your research – route, school and provider Apply via ucas online (ucas.com) Complete an application form and identify a referee Apply 1 – From November - Three Choices simultaneous Apply 2 – From January – remaining places sequentially Face to face interview(s) and tasks Conditional offers

Entry Requirements UK university UG degree or recognised equivalent. Grade C or above in GCSE English Language and Mathematics or equivalent. School experience, enthusiasm, knowledge, resilience You will be required to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service clearance application form to verify your suitability to work with young people. You will be required to take the numeracy and literacy professional skills tests prior to applying. Health Check – fitness to teach

Subject Knowledge Enhancement Courses If subject degree focus does not match a course we/others provide enhancement courses in (Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics and MFL). Courses can run from 4 weeks to 6 months. Courses can attract a bursary of approximately £200 a week (tax free)

Where to find out more: DfE information see routes into teaching – Getting school experience – How to apply via UCAS - Information on the Professional Skills Tests – opment/professional