Initial Teaching Training (ITT)

Chemistry, Biology, Maths, Physics.

Get into Teaching

Every lesson shapes a life.

If you’re interested in a career that offers many opportunities for career progression, alongside personal satisfaction, and the chance to share your subject passion, teaching may be for you.

Get Into Teaching provides a comprehensive programme of support and guidance throughout the Initial Teacher Training application process.

Deadline: September 2026
Salary: Minimum starting salary of £32,916 (or more in London) and the opportunity to earn over £45,352 within 5 years.
Location: England
Requirements: To train to teach at secondary level, you'll need a degree in any subject, and a standard equivalent GCSE grade C or 4 in maths and English.

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Can I use AI to apply?

You should not rely on ChatGPT or other AI tools to write your personal statement for you. AI tools use bland language and produce generic results which will not make your statement personal to you.

Your account to apply for teacher training may be blocked if you consistently submit personal statements that look like they have been written solely by AI tools.

A teacher training personal statement is a professional document that you’ll submit as part of your postgraduate teacher training application. Your personal statement is your chance to make yourself memorable with teacher training providers.

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