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
What a great day of teacher training! Today was all about subject-specific training, with trainees from across the region coming together to focus on the subjects they will be teaching, including drama, maths, music, science, early years and primary. Sessions took place both online and in person at schools across Sheffield and Derbyshire, as well as at South Yorkshire Teaching Hub's new premises. Trainees had the chance to learn from local facilitators, build their subject knowledge and gain practical ideas they can use in the classroom. Subject days are a great opportunity to share knowledge, work together and learn from teachers and facilitators with experience in their subjects. There will be more subject days throughout their training, helping trainees build the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to prepare for their new careers in teaching. A big thank you to our facilitators and to everyone who helped make the day such a success! Would you like to join the next cohort? Applications for teacher training open on 6 October: https://ow.ly/cnvP50ZQZTq #TeacherTraining #TrainToTeach #GetIntoTeaching #Teaching
24 SepJust two weeks to go! Teacher training applications open on 6 October. Thinking about becoming a teacher? Get classroom experience from day one and benefit from a strong network of support throughout your training. Our training combines academic study, specialist training and two school placements, giving you the knowledge, skills and practical experience you need to start your teaching career. Take a look at our courses now, register your interest and get ready to apply: https://ow.ly/AvoH50ZPaeF #TeacherTraining #GetIntoTeaching #STTA
22 SepWhy choose Sheffield Teacher Training Alliance as your teacher training provider? Our programme provides a supportive environment. We ensure you get the best preparation and training for your new career as a teacher! Find out more about our teacher training programmes in primary and secondary: https://ow.ly/mIhe50TvkSE Search our courses on DfE Apply from 29 September. Applications open 7 October. #GetintoTeaching #TeacherTraining #STTA
21 Sep
Sheffield Teacher Training Alliance, 1 Meadowhall Business Park, Carbrook Hall Road, Sheffield, S9 2EQ
enquiries@sheffieldtta.org
0114 235 7980