How to apply to our teacher training programme

Everything you need to know about applying to United Teaching

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Your application

Before you apply, you should:

Check you meet the requirements for teacher training
Make sure your chosen subject is available in your preferred area
Join a United Teaching webinar to decide if our programme is right for you

Once you’re ready to apply, you have two options:

Head to the Department for Education (DfE) application portal to complete your application.
Apply directly on our website. If you receive an offer through this route, you'll need to complete a formal application on the DfE website later.

No matter which option you choose, your application will be reviewed with the same level of care and consideration.

Apply on DfE portal

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.

How to impress at your interview

Finalising your placement

We’ll be in touch as soon as we can with the outcome of your interview. If you receive an offer, you will be asked to provide details of two referees and documents for DBS and identity checks. 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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