How to apply

Check you meet the eligibility requirements
Choose your subject and choose your location
Head straight to the DfE portal and begin your application

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Applications Portal

Apply on DfE portal Apply via. Direct Application Form

Interview process

Interviews take place with two members of the United Teaching team, either online or in person. This includes a formal interview, a mock lesson presented to the panel, and a written task.

We want to make sure there is a good fit between you and your potential placement school. In some cases, you might be invited to a second-stage school visit so we can get to know you more. We’ll let you know if this is something we’d like you to do following your interview.

If, for any reason, you aren't successful at either stage, we will give you feedback to help you prepare for future applications.

Finalising your placement

We’ll be in touch as soon as we can with the outcome of your interview.

United Teaching, as part of United Learning Trust, is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students and staff. All staff, including those training to teach, are expected to share this commitment. Every successful applicant who receives and accepts an offer will be required to undergo thorough pre-employment checks. These include: a Children’s Barred List, an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, a Medical Questionnaire, and a Prohibition Order check. All prospective trainees will be expected to provide the names of two professional referees who will be able to provide acceptable recommendations.

As soon as these checks are done, your offer will be confirmed.

We always try to place trainees in their first choice of school. If this isn't possible, we will work with you to find a suitable alternative.

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