Become a teacher on the job
Our School Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) programme offers a hands-on route into teaching. You’ll be based in the classroom from day one, gaining practical experience while working towards your qualification.
We offer our School Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) programme in partnership with Teach First. The BPET approach is to train teachers as individuals, just like we teach our pupils: individualised learning is at the heart of what we do.
Contact our Lead Mentor with any questions or to book a phone call: leadmentor@bpet.co.uk. Visit the Teach First website for more details.
Applications for Sept 2026 are now OPEN
Programme overview
This one-year postgraduate programme, rated Outstanding by Ofsted, combines classroom-based training, self-directed study, and one-to-one support. The final qualification is awarded by Sheffield Hallam University, it offers hands-on experience from day one: you’ll work as part of the teaching staff in a local school, interact daily with pupils, and gain subject-specific training alongside a deep understanding of effective teaching methods. Throughout the programme, you’ll be guided by an experienced mentor, ensuring you develop the skills to make a real difference in your community.
BPET teacher training brochure
Locations
We have teamed up with the Campfire Education Trust and the Avanti Schools Trust to offer you the opportunity to train in one of 20 schools across the Midlands and South East of England, either:
- one of the 12 BPET schools across London and Berkshire
- one of the six Campfire Education Trust schools across West Northants, Milton Keynes and Buckinghamshire
- one of the Avanti Trust schools in Stanmore or Essex.
Benefits
Our SCITT programme offers you:
- University route training with expert training materials
- Individualised learning
- Specialised expertise
- A structured one-year programme of training and support from an experienced mentor throughout
- Online and face-to-face training modules
83% of our trainees have been offered a job in a BPET school after they qualified.
After you're qualified:
- you’ll start on a qualified teacher’s starting salary of at least £40,317 (inner London), £37,870 (outer London) and £32,916 (rest of the country)
- you'll gain qualified teacher status (QTS) and Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) awarded by Sheffield Hallam University
- you'll have the opportunity to work in a BPET school, and further your career in years to come.
"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."
"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."
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
Applications for our SCITT are made through the GOV.UK website. Click apply and either search for ‘Bellevue Place SCITT’ as your preferred provider.
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
