Initial Teacher Training
Train to Teach with our Initial Teacher Training Programme.
At Co-op Academies Trust, we believe in changing lives through education. We train future teachers to work with pupils, colleagues and communities – helping everyone succeed.
You’ll benefit from expert support, real classroom experience from day one, and a curriculum designed to help you grow confidently into a brilliant teacher.
Why Train at Co-op Academy Rathbone?
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Our ITT Offer
Co-op Academies Trust believes in changing the lives of young people through empowering teachers and young people to work together for a better education and a better community.
The Trust brings together expertise from across Primary, Secondary, Special and Further Education in an aim to promote excellence in all aspects of education.
Our provision is a combination of practical training, both within and outside of the classroom; a proactive and evidence-informed curriculum to build your pedagogical and subject knowledge with a further academic focus provided by university professionals. Our courses offer Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) accredited by Bright Futures SCITT, part of the Bright Futures Teaching School Hub as well as a Masters Level Qualification through the Postgraduate Certificate in Education awarded by The University of Derby (PGCE with 60 Masters Credits).
As a Trainee Teacher with Co-op Academies, you can immerse yourself in school life from day one and join a team of staff committed to delivering the highest quality learning and teaching to children across our Trust.
If you are keen to learn from a range of professionals currently in a full time role within our placement schools, then our school-led training is the route for you. Your mentors, teachers and Specialist Leaders of Education (SLEs) will support you fully, using innovative training to enable you to become a resilient, successful teacher.
What Makes Our Training Different?
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A curriculum that grows with you, through three phases: Introductory, Developmental and Consolidation
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Weekly Learn, Explore, Apply reflection tasks – linking theory to practice
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Professional studies to boost your confidence in behaviour, planning, assessment, and SEND
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Intensive training weeks focused on things like questioning, clarity and scaffolding
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Experience across mainstream, alternative and SEND settings – plus out-of-phase experience (e.g. primary trainees spend time in secondary)
Support Every Step of the Way
When you join Co-op Academy Rathbone, you become part of a network committed to inclusivity, collaboration, and excellence in education. You’ll benefit from:
- Immediate Classroom Experience: Step into the classroom and make an impact from the very start.
- Professional Training: A comprehensive programme combining hands-on experience with evidence-based pedagogy.
- Exceptional Support: Receive mentorship and guidance from experienced educators throughout your journey.
- Guaranteed Placements: Work across our network of schools, gaining diverse experience.
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Your Teaching Journey Starts Here
By joining the ITT programme with Co-op Academy Rathbone, you’ll embark on a career that makes a real difference. Whether you’re changing careers or continuing your work in education, we’ll provide you with the training, support, and community to succeed.
Take the first step toward a rewarding teaching career with Co-op Academies Trust.