We have a strong track record in delivering work-based learning and we have a strong track record of working with schools to offer Postgraduate Teaching Apprenticeships (PGTA) opportunities at Level 6.
We work in collaboration with many schools and Teaching Schools Alliances, and we are now the official provider of teacher apprenticeships for a number of local boroughs in London and beyond. There are opportunities for more schools and alliances to work with us, either as a lead school or in conjunction with one of our existing partners, perhaps as a stepping stone to developing your own programmes.
What is a Postgraduate Teaching Apprenticeship?
A Postgraduate Teaching Apprenticeship (PGTA), is a nationally recognised, salaried, school-based route into teaching in England. It offers practical, hands-on approach, enabling trainees to gain valuable classroom experience from day one while earning a salary. It offers Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a Professional Graduate Certificate in Education.
We currently offer Postgraduate teaching apprenticeships in primary teaching. Find out more about teacher apprenticeships.
Benefits to schools
Recruitment for this route into teaching has been growing, with more and more schools wanting to develop their own teachers, but offering teacher - postgraduate apprenticeship opportunities also has other advantages:
- You’re able to grow your own number of staff - training apprentices are employed by you so are committed to your school
- Levy-paying schools (typically community/local authority schools or large academies) will be able to access funding from the Apprenticeship Levy, which is currently £9,000 for the Teacher Apprenticeship
- Non levy-paying schools (usually voluntary, smaller academies and free schools), we can help you apply for support to cover 95% of the training costs
- Trainees are initially employed as unqualified teachers but develop rapidly so are soon able to take on a teaching load
- Trainees also receive guaranteed training, so they build learning on and off the job
How we’ll work with you
We will set up an initial meeting to discuss your requirements and the best way forward. We are experienced at helping schools to get started and are able to offer considerable guidance and support to enable you to do so.
Together, we can create a delivery model that suits your school and apprentices. Our programme can be delivered from our London campus, or closer to your school if there is a larger cohort of teacher apprentices.
Why choose us?
We have a long and proud history of leading teacher training programmes for London schools. With this, we bring a wealth of experience, a highly-trained team of tutors and a guiding hand for the schools we work with.
By collaborating with you, we can create a programme that meets your needs and provide support along the way.
How to engage with us
If you are a school interested in this route, you can get in touch directly with our Partnership Development Manager to discuss the programme in more detail: Laura Ng l.ng@londonmet.ac.uk
If you are an applicant, you can find more information about our courses and submit your application through the DfE Teacher Training Portal
If you have any further questions please contact ITEadmin@londonmet.ac.uk
What our partners say:
"The London Met PGTA apprenticeship programme has brought significant benefits and successes to our school. It has played a vital role in improving teacher retention, with all teachers trained through the programme remaining with us to complete at least their two ECT years. This continuity has strengthened our teaching team and fostered a deep sense of commitment to the school community."
Newington Green Primary School, Islington (a partner with London Met since 2018)