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We train teachers for early years, primary, special and secondary schools.

Get a mix of practical classroom experience, academic teaching and professional training.

You can train to teach in specialist schools with our SEND course.

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

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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

  • 18June

    Final countdown, last chance to apply - online information event June 2026

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

    • Calling all schools! Why not invest in the talent already within your team? Do you have degree-qualified staff who are ready to take the next step into teaching? A Postgraduate Teaching Apprenticeship (PGTA) is a fantastic way to grow future teachers and strengthen your workforce from within. Apprenticeships are available in primary, secondary, and SEND. But hurry as the deadline is approaching fast. If you would like to nominate a current employee for the PGTA, please complete our employer nominations forms before the deadline of 5 June: https://ow.ly/OKBu50YcNO8 #TeacherTraining #Apprenticeships #STTA #PGTA

      08 May
    • Did you know you can train to teach primary, secondary, and SEND with our teacher training programmes? Ready to inspire the next generation? Apply now and start your teaching journey this August! https://ow.ly/pYi550V445L #getintoteaching #traintoteach

      07 May
    • Ready to take the next step towards teaching? Join our online event tomorrow and find out about: - Our primary and secondary teacher training programmes - The benefits of being in a school from day one - How you will be supported throughout your training - How to navigate the application process You teaching journey starts here! Book your FREE place: https://ow.ly/H6kv50YzHtN #getintoteaching #teachertraining #traintoteach #teachingcareer

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

    Ready to inspire the next generation?

    Start your teacher training journey today.

    Start your journey towards a rewarding career in teaching.
    We offer training in Primary, Secondary, and Postgraduate Teaching Apprenticeships.
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