Introducing Unity Teacher Training Partnership.
At the Unity Teacher Training Partnership, we are committed to nurturing the next generation of teachers in a supportive and welcoming environment. We offer a full-time programme delivering Primary PGCE courses for the 3-7 or 5-11 age ranges.
We are a delivery partner accredited by Leeds Trinity University (LTU) offering many of our teaching sessions at our hub (Steeton Primary School) delivered by age phase specific training experts who are experienced, dedicated professionals still involved in front line Primary School Education within our federation.
The teachers in our partnership are excellent practitioners who share a desire to be at the forefront of curriculum innovation, making learning topical, purposeful and thought-provoking. Sessions delivered will support you to become a teacher, learning what needs to be taught, how to plan sequences of learning for the children in your care and how to reflect on your practice with reference to recent research and evidence. We aim for the success of every child and every educator.
As a relatively small partnership, our cohorts soon become a close support network for each other, offering advice, encouragement and a shared sense of achievement with successes throughout the year. The ITT Partnership Lead and school mentors work closely together to ensure that we empower trainees are supported and given excellent CPD opportunities within placements to ensure the breadth of experiences matches the needs of a Primary School practitioner continuing on their Early Career Teacher (ECT) journey.
We look forward to working with you, offering high-quality training, mentoring and coaching that will develop you as a teacher.
How Placements Work
Here at Unity Teacher Training Partnership, we offer two ITT programmes as a Delivery Partner with (LTU); PGCE Primary (3-7) and PGCE Primary (5-11).
As a Federation, we offer placements in our vibrant, inclusive schools giving opportunities for students to train across different catchment areas, gaining first-hand experience of working within different demographics. Our schools have proven track records for supporting ITT trainees towards Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
Both course routes provide you with supported, school-based experiences, split into three teaching placements. On the 3-7 route, you will have placements in EYFS (Nursery and Reception Placements available), Year 1 and Year 2 across the course. On the 5-11 route, your placements are in KS1, LKS2 and UKS2. Generally, your first placement will be in one school and the other two placements will be in a different, contrasting school within the partnership. The three placements are developmental. In your first placement, you will be expected to work in collaboration with the class teacher, working with small groups and delivering parts of lessons. By the end of the final placement, you will take the responsibility expected of an Early Career Teacher (ECT).
Alongside the professional training covering the ITTECF (The national Curriculum for Teacher Training) provided by Unity Teacher Training Partnership and LTU, these 8 week placements will give you the opportunity to develop the knowledge and skills required of a Primary practitioner through observation of expert colleagues and through developing your own practice in the classroom with the support of personalised mentorship of experienced Class Teachers, School Mentors and ITT Lead Mentors from the Partnership and LTU.
During those weeks when you are not on placement, you will spend the majority of your time at the Unity Partnership hub and LTU. You will receive teaching from the university academic staff for the Level 7 element of your course which gives you the Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) element of your qualification.
Through our partnership, you will have access to a huge range of specialist leaders who will contribute to your professional development in all areas of the profession and support you in ‘putting policy into practice in the classroom.’
Our Federation Schools
Steeton Primary School
Nestled in the heart of Steeton village, our school enjoys the quiet beauty of the neighbouring North Yorkshire countryside while being just moments away from the lively towns of Silsden and Keighley. With convenient access to bus and train services, we’re perfectly situated for ease and accessibility. Our school is a unique, vibrant hub of diversity, where over 25 ethnicities and 14 different languages come together to create a truly inclusive and enriching community. We are immensely proud of our children’s success, with outstanding KS2 outcomes and remarkable progress from their early years. Steeton Primary is not just a school – it’s a warm, supportive family where student teachers can flourish and make a lasting impact. We offer dedicated training space in our “Woodlands” training room for the delivery of training sessions.
Sandy Lane
Sandy Lane Primary School is a vibrant tapestry of cultures and backgrounds, where the beauty of diversity is celebrated each day. Many of our children journey from beyond the quaint village setting, hailing from areas of significant need, where the challenges of deprivation are keenly felt. Yet, within our walls, we nurture an extraordinary community, one that embraces over 22 different ethnicities, speaks 15 different languages, and honours the beliefs of more than seven unique religions. Our school is a melting pot of languages and experiences, with many of our pupils being EAL learners, each adding their own richness to our shared story. Though the baseline in Nursery and Reception is often low, our dedication to inclusion and support never wavers. We take immense pride in the achievements of our children, watching them blossom from their early years into confident learners with strong KS2 outcomes. Sandy Lane is more than a school – it’s a nurturing family where every individual, from students to aspiring teachers, finds a place to thrive and leave an indelible mark
Entry Requirements
N.B LTU will accept an equivalency test pass from an accredited test centre (details of which will be provided by LTU) from those who have a conditional place on the course but do not have a GCSE in English, Maths or Science.
Application Process
When the application portal opens for the 2025-2026 academic year on 1st October 2024, you will be able to search for further details about our courses by visiting this website:
https://find-teacher-training-courses.service.gov.uk
Applications will then be accepted from 8th October 2024 when they will be considered by Unity Teacher Training Partnership and LTU.
Courses Available
PGCE with QTS 3-7 N964
PGCE with QTS 5-11 H201
Interview Process
Successful applicants will be invited to interview in person at the Unity Partnership hub at Steeton Primary School. The interview panel will comprise of the ITT Partnership Lead and another member of the ITT Team and/or a Tutor from LTU. You will be asked to discuss a planned teaching activity based around a storybook of your choice which is appropriate for the age range that you hope to teach. You will also be asked a series of questions related to your ambition to become a teacher.
Open Days at LTU
If you are interested in either of these courses, please come along to the next Open Day event at the Horsforth Campus of LTU where you will have the opportunity to find out more and ask questions. The link below will take you to the booking form.
https://www.leedstrinity.ac.uk/study/teaching/pgce/open-day/
There will be an online event on Wednesday 27th November 2024.
Further Open Events will be held on campus Saturday 11th January 2025 and Wednesday 7th May 2025.
Contact:
ITTenquiries@steeton.bradford.sch.uk
Training to Teach in the Bradford Area
Another useful source of information when choosing a training route in the Bradford area:
Bradford for Teaching | Home (bradfordteaching.org)
Contact Jo Elliott for more information contact ITTenquiries@steeton.bradford.sch.uk