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Applicants for GITEP’s Maths ITT course will normally have a degree in maths or in a related subject with high maths content e.g. engineering, economics. It is essential that candidates have an A-level qualification in maths. Candidates will need to demonstrate that they have considered how to develop their subject knowledge in the National Curriculum, GCSE and A-level requirements for maths.
The course is highly interactive, challenging and stimulating and will require you to be committed, energetic and reflective. We aim to develop and grow outstanding Mathematics teachers who are inquisitive about the issues surrounding Mathematics education, keen to foster positive ‘can do’ attitudes in all pupils and believe all pupils can achieve in mathematics.
A fully funded Subject Knowledge Enhancement course is available to boost subject knowledge before starting the course. This is online and varies in length depending on the depth of knowledge required. The course is designed for those who graduated some years ago or for those who do not have a specialist maths degree.
The Subject Pathway course is designed to broaden and extend trainees’ subject expertise of secondary mathematics, unpick the opportunities and challenges of the 9-1 GCSE/A-levels and explore the principles of teaching for mastery. We consider how young people learn mathematics and we examine and reflect upon strategies to secure and deepen understanding. As well as preparing students for the world and workplace in the 21st century, we firmly believe in pupils experiencing the beauty, power and enjoyment of mathematics and developing a sense of curiosity about the subject.
Subject sessions normally take place at the GITEP Training Room at Bournside School on a Thursday afternoon, but there are also opportunities to visit other secondary schools in the partnership. The DfE funded GLOWMaths Hub is an active operational partner and trainees have the unique opportunity to get involved and work with teachers and leaders from the hub. In January and April, pathway sessions will be led by a subject tutor from the University of Bristol who will introduce the PGCE assignments on curriculum practice and curriculum research.
Most importantly, the course will make you feel confident and highly prepared for your future role as an excellent Teacher of Mathematics in the secondary classroom … and maybe even a Head of Department.
Trainees start the year with three weeks of professional studies, a programme of lectures, workshops and expert speakers, to give a context to the course. By the end of September, trainees start their “Parent 1” placement and will be in school full time until mid-December. There are another two weeks of professional studies either side of Christmas. In January trainees start their “Twin” placement in a second school. There are more professional studies weeks before Easter then trainees return to their first school for their “Parent 2” placement. The final placement includes an enhancement week to give opportunities to experience particular aspects of teaching.
There are also weekly subject seminars, every Thursday, with trainees meeting with their Subject Leader and other trainees from their subject.
Funding
Bursaries available: £29,000*
Scholarships available: TBC*
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Subject Lead
Kylie Weaver
The Dean Academy
Kylie is head of the maths faculty and associate assistant headteacher at The Dean Academy in Lydney. She has worked at The Dean Academy since 2019 and has been a maths teacher for over 15 years. Kylie has worked in a variety of schools across Bedfordshire, Gloucestershire and South Wales. She has been mentoring student teachers and ECT’s for over 10 years, a role which has been both an honour and a pleasure. Kylie is passionate about developing teaching and learning in mathematics and ensuring that all students leave school with the life skills needed to be successful members of their community.
Kylie is an Honorary Teaching Fellow of The University of Bristol.
Scholarship Funding
Each year, the Mathematics Teacher Training Scholarship scheme awards scholarships to those starting their teacher training journey.
To be a maths scholar you will need to have exceptional subject knowledge, enthusiasm for the study of the subject and outstanding potential to teach. Successful scholars will be offered additional support from the Institute of Mathematics, London Mathematical Society, Royal Statistical Society and Mathematics Education Innovation to enable them to make a significant contribution to the development of maths teaching in the schools where they train and work. The package will include membership offers, exclusive CPD events, access to teaching resources and academic journals, and early career support.
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Entry Requirements
Mandatory
- A Maths degree or a related subject with mathematics content, e.g. engineering.
- Maths and English at Grade C/Level 4 or above at GCSE.
Recommended
- Degree at 2:2 or above.
- Involvement with young people in some capacity.
- An awareness of issues in maths education (TES, Mathematics Education, nrich).
Routes & Course Codes
| Institute Code | SCITT | Lead Partner | PGCE with QTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| G48 | GITEP | 26XN | |
| 14B | Balcarras Teaching School Hub | 2CMQ | |
| 1ZB | Odyssey Teaching School Hub | 2HCM |
If you have any questions please call us on 01242 505945 or complete the form on the contact page.