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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. 

 

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
  • Events

  • 06October

    Why train to teach with STTA?

    4:00pm – 4:45pm
  • 21October

    Is teaching the right career for you?

    5:15pm – 6:00pm
  • Latest Social Media

    • Another fantastic day of training for our trainees! Today, all our trainees came together in Sheffield for a full day of regional, in-person training. It was great to have everyone together in one place, learning, sharing ideas and developing their skills. A highlight of the day was a session on Unconditional Positive Regard, delivered by David Whitaker, Author, and CEO of Wellspring Academy Trust. Our trainees found the session really inspiring, and we received some great feedback about how useful and relevant they found it. They looked at how positive and supportive relationships can make a real difference to behaviour and learning, as well as practical ways to create an inclusive and supportive classroom. The day also included sessions on safeguarding, building confidence in the classroom, and practical ways to inspire and communicate with pupils. A big thank you to David, Katie Anderson and Emma Jane Cooper for delivering such great sessions and sharing their knowledge and experience with our trainees today. Would you like to be part of an inspiring teacher training programme and learn from experienced education professionals? Applications for teacher training open on 6 October. Find out more and get ready to start your journey into teaching: https://ow.ly/W5XB50ZQZTo #TeacherTraining #TrainToTeach #GetIntoTeaching #Teaching

      25 Sep
    • 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 Sep
    • Just 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 Sep
    Sheffield Teacher Training Alliance, 1 Meadowhall Business Park, Carbrook Hall Road, Sheffield, S9 2EQ enquiries@sheffieldtta.org 0114 235 7980

    Teacher training applications open 6 October!

    Inspire the next generation

    Take the first step towards a rewarding career in teaching. Whether you’re ready to inspire the next generation or looking for a meaningful new direction, start your teacher training journey this October.