How To Apply
To apply for Initial Teacher Training with Laidlaw Teacher Training, please use the DfE Apply for Teacher Training service.
Follow these steps to make sure your initial teacher training application process goes smoothly:
Before applying, make sure you meet the requirements for your chosen phase and subject.
Entry Requirements
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Primary or Secondary: UK bachelor’s degree (or equivalent).
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Secondary: Strong subject knowledge demonstrated by:
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A degree in the subject
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An A level in the subject
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A related degree (e.g., engineering for physics teaching)
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An unrelated degree with relevant professional experience
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Primary: You can apply with a subject specialism (e.g., Primary with Maths). Some secondary courses allow two subjects (e.g., Maths with Physics).
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Overseas Qualifications: Obtain a Statement of Comparability from UK ENIC.
Personal Qualities
We’re looking for candidates who demonstrate:
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A desire to inspire and teach young people
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Strong communication and collaboration skills
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Passion for their subject
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Resilience, commitment, and readiness to learn
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High standards of professional conduct
Other Requirements
All offers are conditional on:
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Satisfactory medical report (Fitness to Teach)
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Enhanced DBS check
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Proof of identity and qualifications
We encourage candidates with disabilities or medical conditions to discuss support needs openly.
All applications must be submitted through the Department for Education’s Apply for Teacher Training service.
How to Apply
Ready to apply for our 2027/28 Initial Teacher Training programme? Follow the steps below to submit your application through the website link above.
Step 1: Create an account
Before you can apply, you’ll need to create an account on the Get Into Teaching website.
Once your account is set up, you can search for our teacher training courses and begin your application.
Step 2: Search for your course
The search process is slightly different depending on whether you’re applying for primary or secondary teacher training.
If you’re applying for Primary
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Select Primary in the subject search box.
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Enter your postcode or town in the location search box.
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Find Laidlaw Teacher Training Partnership in the search results.
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Select the course and choose ‘Yes’ when asked ‘Do you want to apply to this course?’
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You’ll then be asked to choose your preferred location from the list of Laidlaw Schools Trust Academies.
If you’re applying for Secondary
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Select the subject you want to teach in the subject search box, such as English, Maths or Science.
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Enter your postcode or town in the location search box.
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Find Laidlaw Teacher Training Partnership in the search results.
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Select the course and choose ‘Yes’ when asked ‘Do you want to apply to this course?’
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Choose your preferred location from the list of Laidlaw Schools Trust Academies.
Step 3: Complete your application
Follow the instructions on the Get Into Teaching website to complete the rest of your application.
Make sure you provide all the information requested and check your application carefully before submitting it.
Step 4: Submit your application
Once you’re happy with your application, submit it through the Get Into Teaching website.
Please note that applications will close as vacancies are filled, so we recommend applying as soon as possible.
Questions? Email TeacherTraining@laidlawschoolstrust.co.uk.
If shortlisted, you’ll receive full details of your interview.
The interview will explore:
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Your motivation to teach
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Communication skills and subject knowledge
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Relevant experience
It’s also your chance to ask questions about the programme.
Bring documents to verify your identity, qualifications, and support the DBS process.
After the interview, we’ll update your application on DfE Apply with the outcome.
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Successful candidates will receive a conditional or unconditional offer with next steps outlined.
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All offers are subject to medical and DBS clearance. Full guidance for completing your DBS application will be provided.