Secondary Initial Teacher Training
Painsley Catholic College are a Lead Partner for Birmingham Newman University.
You’ll earn:
- QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)
- PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate in Education)
Search for Courses on DfE Find Teacher Training – https://find-teacher-training-courses.service.gov.uk/
Use location: Cheadle, Stoke-on-Trent, UK
Radius: 1 mile
PGCE Course Structure
Whether you’re a recent graduate or career-changer, our school-led PGCE offers:
- 120+ days in two local secondary school placements (in Staffordshire)
- Primary and post-16 experience
- Weekly mentor support
- Friday university sessions (whole group + subject-specific)
Topics studied include:
- SEND
- Assessment & marking
- Subject knowledge
- Job applications
- Educational issues
You’ll gradually move from observation to independent teaching, supported by mentors and university staff.