School Direct Herefordshire programme is an inspiring and immersive school-centred training route into teaching. We are working with University of Worcester and our partnership schools to create an inclusive and innovative training programme. Our aim is to provide high calibre new teachers for the 21st Century.
As the DFE website explains School Direct courses are designed by groups of schools – with a university or a SCITT – based on the skills they are looking for in a newly qualified teacher (NQT). The schools recruit you as a trainee onto their School Direct course with a job in mind just for you. This is a popular choice for those who hope to secure a role in the network of schools where they train.
Want to see our School Direct Teacher Training programme in action? Come and meet the team at our Virtual open events on Wednesday 24th February 2021 at 1:30 – 3pm and Tuesday 16th March 2021 at 11am – 12:30pm where you will have the opportunity to meet the staff, children and current School Direct trainees at Lord Scudamore Academy (Hereford) via a live webinar.
We currently have a number of School Direct non-salaried positions available. You may apply to train with us through UCAS.
Successful applicants will have access to teaching experiences at HMFA (Herefordshire Marches Federation of Academies) which consists of 9 primary schools that vary in size. In addition, there are opportunities for placements in our other partnership schools. The teaching experiences will take place in different size schools in urban and rural areas. Trainees work alongside expert teachers and fantastic children.
The School Direct route puts school at the heart of the process and will provide a sustained school experience throughout the year giving success applicants the opportunity to be fully immersed in the school community.
Contact Sarah Carter or 01432 273951 for more information.
For further information on the School Direct programme at HMFA and to book your place at the open day please contact Sarah carter on 01432 273951
Trainees on the Primary School Direct Training will study the following modules:
What you will study
Across the programme, trainees will study and be assessed across six modules including Early Years and National Curriculum Core and Foundation Subjects. Your school based training programme will reflect your University Programme. You will also study some modules at Masters’ level and gain 60 masters credits.
Teaching students may be placed at Lord Scudamore Academy and/or our partnership schools. See the list below of our partnership schools:-
For further information on how to apply please visit Training in schools
For further information on the School Direct programme at HMFA please contact Sarah Carter
Pupils deserve exceptional teachers. That’s why the Troops to Teachers non-graduate programme are targeting outstanding Service leavers like you to train as teachers of the future.
We believe that with your skills and experience, you have a great deal to offer our schools. And, in return, we have much to offer you: the opportunity to train for a deeply rewarding career and the sense of doing something that really matters. The Troops to Teachers non-graduate programme is available in England, and is open to all non-graduate Service leavers who are currently in the resettlement cycle.
For more information email- Troops to teachers website
Working in partnership with University of Worcester, School Direct allows us to customise the training to meet the needs of both the school and the trainees, who gain practical experience from day one. It is a great way to learn and qualify to become a teacher and many successful candidates quickly progress into leadership positions.” Head Teacher, HMFA.
PLEASE READ THE TESTIMONIALS BELOW FROM PREVIOUS SCHOOL DIRECT TRAINEES AT HMFA FOR FUTHER INSIGHT
“I was unsure of which route to take when applying for my PGCE, looking back, I know I made the right choice going with Schools Direct. The course gave me the opportunity to be in the classroom from day one, which enabled me to build strong relationships with both the pupils I worked with, and the staff. I was made to feel welcome and felt I had a constant network of support within the school. The opportunity to observe experienced teachers on a daily basis really helped me to learn the importance of using a range of teaching strategies, managing behaviour effectively and promoting a love of learning. After finishing the course, I felt ready and fully prepared to take up my teaching position. I would highly recommend the Schools Direct Route to anybody considering doing a PGCE.”
Annie Brace,
Previous HMFA School Direct student and current HMFA employed teacher.
“Schools Direct was the only route for me, with having 4 years practical experience in a school, I didn’t want to be University based! The support and training that is provided by the schools within HMFA is brilliant and I certainly wouldn’t be where I am now without their support.”
Leanne Durham,
Previous HMFA School Direct student and current HMFA employed teacher.
“The staff are welcoming, friendly and supportive. Being in school from day to day helps us to build relationships with their staff and fantastic pupils. I will look back on this course with fond memories.”
Kat Morgan,
current and former School Direct student and current HMFA employed teacher.
“Schools Direct was the only route for me, with having 4 years practical experience in a school, I didn’t want to be University based! The support and training that is provided by the schools within HMFA is brilliant and I certainly wouldn’t be where I am now without their support.”
“If you want to help children in your area to realise their ambitions / inspire local children to fulfil their potential then we want to hear from you. We are looking for applications from people who have the potential to be brilliant teachers.
Working in partnership with University of Worcester, School Direct allows us to customise the training to meet the needs of both the school and the trainees, who gain practical experience from day one. It is a great way to learn and qualify to become a teacher and many successful candidates quickly progress into leadership positions.”
“The staff are welcoming, friendly and supportive. Being in school from day to day helps us to build relationships with their staff and fantastic pupils. I will look back on this course with fond memories.”
“I was unsure of which route to take when applying for my PGCE, looking back, I know I made the right choice going with Schools Direct. The course gave me the opportunity to be in the classroom from day one, which enabled me to build strong relationships with both the pupils I worked with, and the staff. I was made to feel welcome and felt I had a constant network of support within the school. The opportunity to observe experienced teachers on a daily basis really helped me to learn the importance of using a range of teaching strategies, managing behaviour effectively and promoting a love of learning. After finishing the course, I felt ready and fully prepared to take up my teaching position. I would highly recommend the Schools Direct Route to anybody considering doing a PGCE.”