Free Teacher Subject Specialism Training in Maths & Physics

TEACHER SUBJECT SPECIALISM TRAINING IN MATHS AND PHYSICS

JANUARY TO JUNE 2017

BITTERNE PARK TEACHING SCHOOL

Following a highly successful and oversubscribed training programme in 2015-16, Bitterne Park School is offering free, fully funded Subject Specialism Training in Maths and Physics running from January to June 2017. 

Sessions will run at times designed to minimise cover and maximise learning.

This course is ideal for teachers looking to enhance their subject knowledge of Physics or Maths for continuing professional development and possible career enhancement.

Our training programme is delivered by experienced Maths and Physics lead teachers, and includes:

ü  helpful face-to-face training sessions

ü  links with professional organisations

ü  online training

ü  gap tasks

ü  resources and lesson ideas

The programme is aimed at teachers who are:

ü  currently teaching Physics or Maths as a non-specialist

ü  currently teaching other subjects but would like to teach Physics or Maths in the future

ü   a specialist teacher of Physics or Maths, planning to return to teaching after a career break

ü  primary teachers of Maths

Potential applicants should email teaching.schools@bitterneparkschool.org.uk to register their interest and ask any questions.

Train to Teach Event, Southampton, 1st November

We would to like to promote an NCTL 'Train to Teach' event in Southampton at the Grand Harbour Hotel on Tuesday 1st November, from 4:30pm until 8:00pm. For more details on the event, please head to 'Get Into Teaching' website here.

Event Information:
Our free Train to Teach Roadshows will provide you with a wealth of information on how to get into teaching and how to apply for training in your region.
Don’t miss your opportunity to find out more. Drop in at any time during the event, allowing at least two hours to:

• first attend a presentation on the different teacher training options – these will take place at 5:30pm and 6:30pm
• speak to teaching experts to receive advice on your training options – please check your eligibility for teacher training before coming along to this event
• receive personalised advice on your UCAS application – don’t forget to bring a copy of your personal statement with you
• talk to practising teachers about life in the classroom
• meet representatives from schools and universities that deliver teacher training in your region to find out about their courses and entry requirements

School Direct Information Evening 19th October

School Direct Information Evening

Bitterne Park Teaching School Alliance

Wednesday 19^th October 2016, 17:30 – 19:00

Sixth Form Theatre, Bitterne Park School, Copsewood Road, Southampton, SO18 1BU

The Bitterne Park Teaching School Alliance is a growing partnership of primary & secondary schools across Hampshire and Wiltshire offering high quality teacher training.  Our School Direct route is delivered in partnership with the University of Southampton and allows our trainees to follow a school-led programme leading to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) validated by the University of Southampton. The programme also contributes towards Master’s level accreditation.

We are holding an information evening for anyone considering a career in general primary teaching or secondary art, biology, business, chemistry, computing, dance, DT, drama, English, geography, history, maths, MFL, music, PE, physics or RE.

This event is intended to give you the opportunity to ask any questions you may have about our School Direct teacher training programme and to find out more about how to apply to the Bitterne Park Teaching School Alliance.  Representatives from the University of Southampton and our alliance partner schools will be present to answer your questions.  Places are limited so please register to attend by emailing teaching.schools@bitterneparkschool.org.uk