Eligibility
Our 2026-2027 entry requirements for our Red Rose Alliance School-Based programme (lead school Bishop Rawstorne) are as follows:
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A degree from a United Kingdom higher education institution or equivalent qualification. This requirement must be met prior to commencement of the course. A successful outcome should be predicted by the referee if the candidate is in their final year.
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A standard equivalent to a grade 4 in the GCSE examinations in English and mathematics. This requirement must be met prior to commencement of the course.
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Prior to the award of QTS, candidates must be able to demonstrate secure knowledge of fundamental English and mathematics.
Subject Enhancement Courses
Subject enhancement courses are available for some secondary subjects, for example if a degree subject does not link with the chosen teaching subject. In this case we can arrange for a subject knowledge enhancement course to be undertaken before training begins (specific subjects only).
Prior Experience
Prior experience in a school is not required before applying but this may be useful. Please contact us for more information on this.
Fitness to Teach
If a formal offer is accepted, applicants will be required to meet the Department for Education's standards for physical and mental fitness to teach and clearance to work with children. Further information, including a Declaration of Health questionnaire and details of how to apply for a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS, previously CRB) Enhanced Disclosure will be sent after an offer has been accepted.