We train teachers for early years, primary, special and secondary schools.
Get a mix of practical classroom experience, and professional training.
Our programmes are ideal for recent graduates, career changers and school support staff who want to begin a career in teaching
From the start of your course through to applying for your first job and beyond, we are here to support your teacher training journey every step of the way
We delivers both the Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) and the Post Graduate Apprenticeship (PGTA) routes into teaching
We work with the National Institute of Teaching, giving trainees access to nationally recognised, research-informed practice aligned with local school needs.
Welcome to Sheffield Teacher Training Alliance
Take your first step into teaching with our Initial Teacher Training (ITT) programmes. We provide the essential training every new teacher must complete before starting their first role.
Whether you want to teach in primary, secondary, early years, or specialist schools, our school-based ITT programmes offer the perfect route. Designed for recent graduates and career changers, you’ll learn ‘on the job’ through school placements, excellent training, and dedicated support.
By training with us, you’ll qualify with a PGCE, QTS, and 60 Master’s credits Equipping you with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to progress and thrive as a teacher.
We are an associate college of The National Institute of Teaching, and we work with over 100 partner schools. Through these partnerships, we combine the expertise and experience of colleagues and schools to equip you with the skills, knowledge and confidence you need to progress and thrive as a teacher.
How We Can Help
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About us
Find out more about STTA and our teacher training course.
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Why choose us?
We train around 100 trainees every year and work with over 60 schools. See more
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Early years SEND and primary courses
Train to be an early years or primary teacher, witt the option of a SEND specialism.
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Secondary courses
Train to be a secondary school teacher with a specialism in a specific subject.
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How to apply
Thinking of applying? Fin out more about our application process.
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News and events
See the latest news and take a look our events.
News
Wellbeing tips for trainee teachers
27 April 2026
Season's Greetings
18 December 2025
South Yorkshire Teaching Hub and Sheffield Teacher Training Alliance welcomes NIoT as a partner
23 October 2025
A fantastic start for our primary trainees
09 September 2025
Congratulations to the class of 2025!
07 August 2025
Season's greetings
26 November 2024
Congratulations to the Class of 2024!
27 June 2024
Season's greetings
06 December 2023
Applications for our teacher training courses will open on 10 October
02 October 2023
Our new website is here!
17 August 2023
Latest Social Media
Do you have a passion for Drama? Have you thought about becoming a Drama teacher? Why not take centre stage in a rewarding teaching career and inspire the next generation to find their voice? From the Crucible and Lyceum theatres to the Rotherham Civic Theatre, to local school productions, there are fantastic opportunities to help local students grow in confidence, creativity and communication through Drama. Applications are still open for our teacher training programme in Drama. Find out more: https://ow.ly/MkFS50YYiB9 #TeacherTraining #DramaTeacher #GetIntoTeaching #LocalTraining #LocalExpterise
18 MayHave you ever thought about becoming a biology teacher? With a great mix of science, innovation and natural landscapes across Sheffield and Rotherham, teaching Biology is a fantastic opportunity to inspire the next generation of scientists, healthcare professionals and environmental leaders. As a biology teacher, you will help young people understand the world around them, develop curiosity, and build confidence in science. From the nearby Peak District to Sheffield's strong links to healthcare and research, there are so many ways to bring biology to life in the classroom. Applications are still open for our teacher training programme in biology. Find out more: https://ow.ly/MkFS50YYiB9 #TeacherTraining #BiologyTeacher #GetIntoTeaching #LocalTraining #LocalExpterise
15 MayHave you ever thought about becoming a music teacher in a secondary school? With the amazing musical heritage of Sheffield and Rotherham, teaching music offers a fantastic opportunity to inspire the next generation of musicians and creative thinkers. As a music teacher, you are not just delivering lessons, you are helping young people build confidence, creativity, and find their own rhythm. And who knows... you could be inspiring the next Arctic Monkeys, Def Leppard or Pulp! As a teacher training provider working closely with schools across Sheffield and Rotherham, we place you in real classrooms from day one, where you will learn from local experts and make a genuine impact in your community. Applications are still open for our teacher training programme in music. Find out more: https://ow.ly/6ylA50YYiB7 #TrainToTeach #TeachMusic #GetIntoTeaching
13 May