If you have an experienced, unqualified teacher working at your school, our assessment only route offers a streamlined and fast-tracked path to achieving Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) supporting individuals and schools in developing and retaining teaching talent in both the Primary and Secondary Phases.
The assessment only route is intended for very experienced graduate teachers without QTS who can demonstrate meeting all of the Teachers’ Standards without the need for further training, and therefore not require a more traditional teacher training route.
Completion
Once recommended for Qualified Teacher Status with the Department for Education, individuals are eligible to take up a post as an Early Career Teacher.
Placements
The Assessment Only route does not offer placements. Candidates should have access to a UK school environment where they can be assessed.
Assessment
Assessments will include lesson observations, a range of evidence to demonstrate the teachers’ standards, and working on a personal development plan over a 12 week period (3 calendar months)
The cost of the assessment only route is charged to the school, a non-refundable charge for an initial assessment visit, and a final payment on completion. The assessment visit fee will be charged prior to the visit, with the remainder of the assessment fee due once the candidate completes.
To discuss the cost of the Assessment Only Route please contact itt@bluecoat.uk.com
Supporting Information
The following guidance indicates candidate suitability for the Assessment Only route
Eligibility Criteria
- Meet the Entry Criteria
- Experience of teaching in two schools6
- Experience of planning and delivering lessons and monitoring pupils for 50% of a standard teaching timetable
- Teaching for a minimum of two years6
- Breadth of experience across chosen age range
- Demonstrate ability to meet all Teachers Standards without further training
- The ability to read effectively and good verbal and written communication skills in Standard English
Entry Criteria3
GCSE standard equivalent1
All
English2 and Maths GCSE (or a standard equivalent4) grade 4 (C)
Primary (3-11)
Science subject GCSE (or a standard equivalent4) grade 4 (C)
Degree
Hold a first degree5 from a UK HEI or equivalent qualification
Evidence of Teaching in Two Schools
Candidates should provide substantial evidence that they have planned and delivered lessons in the age range in which they are to be assessed, and have taught in two schools for a minimum of two years. A minimum of ?? days is required, however more experience would be preferable.
Selection Process
Following successful application, the initial interview will take place online/in person.
Candidates will:
- Present evidence that they meet the Teachers’ Standards for QTS
- Prepare a discussion about teaching a topic that your pupils find challenging
References
Two references are required to support your application prior to your application is considered.
- From your current employer using the Bluecoat SCITT pro forma. – need to create
- The second reference should be from a senior colleague or line manager.
The references must explain;
- Why you are a suitable applicant for the Assessment Only QTS route
- That you have significant experience planning and delivering lessons as an unqualified teacher.
Footnotes
| 1 | Qualifications in key and functional skills tests at level 2 are not equivalent to GCSEs in terms of content. |
| 2 | An equivalent to grade 4 in English language or English literature fulfils this criterion |
| 3 | Intellectual and academic capabilities p7 |
| 4 | ENIC |
| 5 | First degree comprises 300 HE credits (60 Level 6 of QCF) |
| 6 | Not restricted to take place wholly or mainly in England |
For further information contact itt@bluecoat.uk.com