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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.

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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. 

 

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  • 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
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    • Only two days to go! Applications for our teacher training programme (2026/27 cohort) are closing soon. We still have a limited number of places available in: Geography | History | English | RE | Drama | Music | Design and Technology | Art If you're considering a career in teaching, now is the time to apply. Don't miss out. Apply today before applications close: https://ow.ly/3aWT50ZjcGZ #TeacherTraining #TrainToTeach

      01 Jul
    • Are you passionate about helping young people learn about beliefs, values and the world around them? Train to teach Religious Education, make a real difference in the classroom, and inspire the next generation of thinkers. Our school-based teacher training programme includes: Hands-on classroom experience from day one Expert guidance from experienced teachers and mentors Research-informed training delivered locally Working in partnership with schools across Sheffield and Rotherham, you will train in real classrooms, learn from local teaching professionals, and make a genuine impact in your community. Applications for our Religious Education teacher training programme are still open – but not for long. Applications close on 3 July, so apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding and impactful career in teaching: https://ow.ly/MkFS50YYiB9 #TrainToTeach #TeachRE #GetIntoTeaching

      22 Jun
    • Thinking about becoming a teacher this year? Good news – it's not too late to apply for teacher training and start this August. If you have been thinking about a career in teaching but thought you had missed the deadline, there is still time to apply and start your journey towards making a difference in the classroom. Get in touch to find out more about our teacher training programmes in primary and secondary: https://ow.ly/MkFS50YYiB9 #TeacherTraining #TrainToTeach #GetIntoTeaching

      19 Jun
    Silverdale School, Bents Crescent, Sheffield, S11 9QH enquiries@sheffieldtta.org 0114 235 7980

    Applications for our teacher training programme closing soon!

    Applications will close at 12.00pm on Friday 3 July.

    If you are thinking about becoming a primary or secondary school teacher, now is the time to act. Places are filling fast, and our application window won't be open for much longer.

    Don't miss your opportunity to secure a place for August 2026. Apply today!