Every year thousands of people decide to take the step into teaching and for some it's a decision that is based on wanting to shape lives and have a real impact on the next generation. For others, it's about building a career in a professional role that has meaning and value way beyond mere profits and shareholders.

The on-going pandemic has been a catalyst for people nation-wide to reconsider what is important to them. Many employees of large profit-making organisations have been (or still are) in a position of financial insecurity, and now more than ever the benefits of working for a public-sector organisation are evident. Teaching is a sound and stable career choice offering a variety of progression opportunities, professional development and is clearly a role of critical importance within every community.

So if you are a graduate or a professional who is now considering a career in teaching, join the thousands who enter this rewarding profession every year and train with Leigh Academies Trust!

Key information;
- Where can I train? All academies within Leigh Academies Trust offer training places; which one suits you will depend on your location and the subject you’d like to teach.
- Who is the training provider? Our teacher training programme is delivered by the highly successful Kent & Medway Training.
- What can I achieve? We offer Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and PGCE options on all courses/subjects.
- What are the benefits of training with Leigh Academies Trust? We offer School Direct training which gives you a hands-on training year with maximum exposure to school life. You fully immerse in day-to-day teaching with regular mentoring and feedback.
- What finances are available? We offer places on a non-salaried basis and can help clarify the different types of funding/bursaries that you'd be entitled to. There are bursaries of up to £26k available for key subject areas.

We are now offering places commencing September 2021 and can provide tailored advice and information on the following;
- Routes available to you
- Subjects that we offer
- Application support and advice
- Information evenings and events
- Job opportunities before your training year

Visit our website for more information and get in touch with the LAT Talent Team on talent@latrust.org.uk. We can arrange an online meeting or phone call to talk you through your options.