APPLYING
Find out more about how to apply to Inspiring Leaders Teacher Training.
Making an Application
If you are interested in applying to Inspiring Leaders Teacher Training you will need to apply through UCAS Teacher Training. Applications will also be considered through our Application Form. In order to apply, you will need to complete an application form including your qualifications, work experience and a 4000 character personal statement as part of your application.
In order to find us, please search for provider and type in Inspiring Leaders Teacher Training. This will bring up all the courses accredited by Inspiring Leaders Teacher Training. Click on the course that most interests you to apply. You may require the following course codes:
| Leicestershire | Age Range | Course Code |
|---|---|---|
| General Primary | 5-11 years old | 2JQP |
| EYFS | 3-7 years old | 2ZV2 |
| General Primary with Maths | 5-11 years old | 38RV |
| Nottinghamshire | Age Range | Course Code |
|---|---|---|
| General Primary | 5-11 years old | 2VPH |
| EYFS | 3-7 years old | 2ZV4 |
| General Primary with Maths | 5-11 years old | 38RW |
Entry Requirements
Degree
A UK degree is required to join the course. Candidates with a 2:2 will be considered.
For further information, please visit Get into Teaching.
GCSE
GCSEs or equivalent at grade C/4 or above in English, Mathematics and Science.
* A-Level Maths Grade B and above is also required in addition to the GCSE requirements for trainees wishing to apply for the General Primary with Maths course
For further information, please visit UCAS Teacher Training and to book when you feel ready.
Professional Skills Test
All applicants are advised to look at the online Professional Skills Test and to book when you feel ready.
Failure to pass these tests in 3 attempts will result in you not being able to re-apply for any teacher training course for the next two years.
You do not need to have these completed before applying to ILTT. You are able to sit these tests prior to any application.
School Experience
School experience is not a requirement, but if you feel you would like to gain some experience before applying for the course then please get in touch and we can organise this for you.
ILTT has its own pre Self-Assessment Document that will help you to gain the right experience in school to support your application.
If you would like us to help you gain this school based experience please get in touch via our email - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Equivalent Grades
If you do not have the equivalent qualifications please find details of how you may be able to attain them.
Inspiring Leaders Teacher Training welcomes applicants with a broad range and type of qualification, as long as it meets the government recognised equivalency.
The eligibility of qualifications can be checked at NARIC. You can also apply to sit an equivalency test via Equivalency Testing.
Finance Support & Fees
Financial Support
On our course, trainees are entitled to the same financial support as other teacher training courses. Those from the UK or EU are eligible for student loans in order to help cover tuition fees and maintenance.
To find out more about your a student finance loan, click here - Student Finance.
To find out more about terms and conditions of your loan, click here - Student Loans - a guide to terms and conditions.
If you wish to apply for financial support, click here to please visit apply. Fees
Inspiring Leaders Teacher Training charge each student £9,250 for their tuition fee. This is cheaper than most other providers.
Interview Process
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- All applications are to be made through UCAS Teacher Training. Applications will also be considered through our Application Form.
- The initial screening process checks for the equivalent qualifications at the appropriate level.
- The range and type of experience in an educational setting are also taken into consideration.
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- Welcome and Introduction, including the vision and ethos of ILTT.
- Group Activity
- Formal interview.
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- 20 minute Classroom Activity: Literacy activity for a group of 8 to 10 pupils from year 3 or 4.
- Candidates will be asked to repeat their child centred activity following feedback from the panel to a different set of children.
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- If successful you will be given a conditional offer based upon you meeting the necessary criteria.
- If unsuccessful, the result will be indicated through UCAS.
- Feedback is not always given but can be requested.
What We Are Looking For
At Inspiring Leaders Teacher Training we are looking for 5 key qualities in our trainee teachers. These key qualities are what we think you will need in order to help you become a Qualified Teacher. Each quality has been explained by a member of the board and what it means to them. If you think these qualities sound like you, then come and apply to us and change the future.
