Graduate Teacher Programme (GTP)
The Graduate Teacher Programme leads to the award of Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a continuing professional development portfolio.
In the majority of cases the programme will take one year.
Registered Teacher Programme (RTP)
The Registered Teacher Programme offers Trainees the opportunity to train in a school to obtain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and earn a salary as an unqualified teacher, whilst completing their degree. Applicants must already have completed at least two years in higher education (e.g. an HND or part of a degree) and have a minimum of 240 CAT points towards their degree. This course normally lasts two years.
The EBITE Graduate and Registered Teacher Programme courses are based on:
- Induction for both candidate and school mentor
- Mentor support in the School
- Materials provided by the Robert Owen Group
- Central and hub based General Professional Studies (GPS) sessions
- Central and hub based training in subject areas
- Tutor support from the Robert Owen Group
Schools are required to provide a Mentor, who will be the Trainee’s main focus of support in the school. The Mentor will hold meetings with the Trainee to discuss their progress and development on a regular basis. Area Professional Tutors and Subject Advisers from the Robert Owen Group will also provide support to the Trainee and the Mentor.
The Graduate and Registered Teacher Programmes are offered at Early Years, Primary and Secondary age phases.
For the Secondary phase we are able to offer the following subjects:
Please note that these are subject to viability and candidates are advised to telephone the Robert Owen Group for up to date information.
Priority Subjects
Design and Technology
Information and Communications Technology
Mathematics
Modern Foreign Languages
Science
Non-Priority Subjects
Business Studies (14-19 age range only)
Citizenship
Drama
English
History
Music
Physical Education
Religious Education