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GITEP’s Modern Languages teacher training programme is designed to develop confident, knowledgeable, and reflective practitioners who understand the transformative power of communication and cultural learning. Trainees gain a strong foundation in subject expertise, inclusive pedagogy, and evidence-informed practice – learning how to make language learning engaging, purposeful, and accessible for all pupils.
Collaborative Learning & Supportive Community: Weekly sessions bring together a network of passionate linguists and experienced educators. Led by Subject Lead Julie Thomas, alongside visiting experts and native speakers, trainees work in a collaborative, reflective environment where they share ideas, explore new strategies, and deepen their understanding of effective language teaching.
Championing Inclusion and Pupil Progress: The programme promotes high expectations and celebrates diversity. Trainees learn strategies to support all learners, including those with SEND and EAL, and develop confidence in creating inclusive, motivating lessons that inspire pupils to communicate and connect with the wider world.
Modern Languages Subject Pathway sessions normally take place on Thursday afternoons at Chosen Hill School, Churchdown. These sessions are highly interactive, combining practical teaching ideas with professional discussion and reflection.
Trainees also have opportunities to:
- Lead short “knowledge booster” sessions on grammar, phonics, or cultural topics.
- Engage in professional debate around key issues in Modern Languages pedagogy.
- Reflect on progress using the ITT Core Content Framework and current curriculum developments.
Through collaboration and shared expertise, trainees become confident, adaptable language teachers who can plan, inspire, and support pupils across all Key Stages.
Applicants for GITEP’s Modern Languages teacher training course will normally have a degree in a modern language. In some circumstances another subject with significant language content will be considered. A degree may be considered in an unrelated subject if the candidate is a native speaker. It is desirable to have a second subsidiary language, but not mandatory.
Candidates will need to demonstrate that they have considered how to develop their knowledge and should possess a desire to inspire, motivate and engage with young people about the possibilities open to them in studying a modern language.
The languages offered by GITEP are French, Spanish and German. Many of our partnership schools also teach languages such as Russian and Mandarin.
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.
Funding
Bursaries available: £20,000*
Scholarships available: £22,000* (French, German & Spanish)
To find out more about finance click here.
Subject Lead
Julie Thomas, Chosen Hill School 
Julie Thomas is the Subject Lead for GITEP’s Modern Languages programme and Head of Modern Languages and EAL at Chosen Hill School, Churchdown.
A graduate of the GITEP programme herself, Julie has over 25 years’ experience teaching French and Spanish in Gloucestershire schools. She has held a variety of leadership roles, including Assistant Headteacher and Professional Lead, and has been a long-standing mentor for GITEP Modern Languages trainees.
As Subject Lead, she draws on her wide experience to support trainees in developing their subject expertise and classroom practice. Her passion for language learning and global communication shapes her approach to teacher education, and she is dedicated to helping every trainee become a confident, creative, and inspiring Modern Languages teacher.
Outside the classroom, Julie enjoys travel, fitness, and photography, and loves exploring the cultural connections between language and identity.
Scholarship Funding
The British Council has teacher training scholarships available for trainees starting their teacher training in the 2026/27 academic year. Visit the British Council website for full details.
Entry Requirements
Mandatory
- A Modern Language degree.
- 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 modern language education.
Routes & Course Codes
| Institute Code | SCITT | Lead Partner | PGCE with QTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| G48 | GITEP | 26XX | |
| 14B | Balcarras Teaching School Hub | 2CMZ | |
| 1ZB | Odyssey Teaching School Hub | 2HBY |
If you have any questions please call us on 01242 505945 or complete the form on the contact page.