Bellevue Place Education Trust

Train to become a primary school teacher

We offer our School Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) programme in partnership with Teach First. Our approach is to train teachers as individuals, just like we teach our pupils: individualised learning is at the heart of what we do. 

This postgraduate programme has been judged outstanding by Ofsted, is one year long and involves an effective combination of live training in class, self-directed study and one-to-one support.

The programme is ideal for people who are eager to learn on the job and make a difference in their community from day one, whilst developing skills in the classroom. You will interact with children every day, and work as a member of teaching staff in a school local to you.

You’ll receive plenty of practical experience, as well as subject-specific training, and a deep understanding of effective teaching methods. You'll be supported by an experienced mentor throughout the year. The final qualification is awarded by Sheffield Hallam University. 

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 Applications for Sept 2026 are now OPEN 

Contact our Lead Mentor with any questions or to book a phone call: leadmentor@bpet.co.uk

Where will I train?

We have teamed up with the Campfire Education Trust and the Avanti Schools Trust, so you have the opportunity to train in one of 20 schools across the Midlands and South East of England, either:

Getting lots of active experience teaching in a classroom with feedback from a supportive mentor. Support from lead mentors was amazing, they were very on top of it and so helpful with responding to any concerns or queries.

The programme

BPET teacher training brochure

You’ll benefit from:

  • University route training
  • Individualised learning
  • Specialised expertise
  • A structured one-year programme of training and support
  • Online and face-to-face training modules
  • Access to expert training materials
  • The support of an experienced mentor throughout your training
  • Once successfully completed, you'll gain qualified teacher status (QTS) and Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) awarded by Sheffield Hallam University
  • Once qualified, you’ll start on a teacher’s starting salary of at least 40,317 (inner London), £37,870 (outer London) and £32,916 (rest of the country). Pay increases after that are reviewed every year
  • After qualified, the opportunity to work in a BPET school, and further your career in years to come.

In 2025, 83% of our newly qualified teachers have been offered a job in a BPET school

The course has helped me feel well prepared for taking on my new role as an ECT 1! I have made some amazing friends on this course and I can’t wait to see how everyone progresses in their teaching careers.

How to apply

Eligibility

To apply you need:
  • An undergraduate degree or equivalent
  • To demonstrate sufficient knowledge in the subject you are applying to teach, either through your degree qualification, your A Levels or relevant experience
  • Grade 4 (C) or above in English and Maths GCSEs, or equivalent qualification, and Grade 4 (C) or above in Science GCSE in order to teach primary.

Apply through GOV.UK

Places for the BPET SCITT programme are offered to the first suitable candidates who apply. We reserve the right to remove schools from the DfE listing once places are full, and therefore invite trainees to apply as soon as possible.

Fees and financial support

You will be registered as a full-time student throughout the programme so will have access to student benefits and discounts, as well as a student loan to cover your fees. 

Depending on your subject and qualifications, you may also be eligible for a bursary or grant to support you throughout your training. We encourage applicants to check on the Department for Education’s website to find out more about funding options.
FAQs on SCITT  finances

It's a career, not just a qualification

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