Entry Requirements

Who can enrol in the SCITT programme / am I eligible to apply for this programme?

Anyone who is interested in getting into teaching – whether you’re a graduate, existing school staff, looking to change careers – and is based in our local area.

This means that we will accept applicants looking for Liverpool teacher training opportunities as well as those looking to train to teach in St Helens, Wigan, Runcorn, Bootle and Woolton.

All entrants must hold an undergraduate degree or equivalent overseas qualification. We are happy to receive applications from candidates in their final year of study.

When does the programme start?

You’ll start your programme in September 2025 and complete the training in July 2026.

What are the entry requirements?

To be eligible to apply you will need:

An undergraduate degree, or equivalent.  
The ability to demonstrate sufficient knowledge in the subject you are applying to teach, either through your degree qualification, your A Levels or relevant experience.  
Grade 4 (C) or above in English and Maths GCSEs, or equivalent qualification. To teach Primary, you will also need Grade 4 (C) or above in one Science GCSE or equivalent.
We will not consider candidates with pending GCSEs. Functional skills qualifications are not equivalent to Maths and English GCSEs. 
We accept most equivalency test providers. You will need to have passed your GCSE equivalency test before applying to our programme; we will not be able to process your application until you have passed. 
Overseas qualifications will be reviewed by the UK national agency for international qualifications and skills (ENIC) to ensure they meet programme requirements.

How do I apply to the SCITT programme?

Visit https://www.gov.uk/apply-for-teacher-training and choose St Joseph Catholic Multi Academy Trust as your provider.

We’ll then contact you directly with information about the next steps in the application process.

All offers are subject to satisfactory results from necessary pre-employment checks.

Cost and funding

What’s the cost of doing the SCITT programme?

The tuition fees for 2024 to 2025 are as follows:

for UK full-time students – £9,250 per year.
for international students – £10,950 per year.

Is there any funding available?

You will be registered as a full-time student throughout the programme, so you will have access to many student benefits, as well as funding with a student loan to cover your fees, subject to eligibility. Depending on your subject and qualifications, you may also be eligible for a bursary or grant to support you throughout your training.

We encourage potential applicants to visit the Department for Education’s website to learn more about funding options.

What about disabled student funding?

If you have a mental health problem, long-term illness, or other disability, you may be eligible for Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA). You must check your eligibility for Disabled Students’ Allowance.

If you’ve applied for student finance funding, you can and should apply for DSA at the same time. If you do not need student finance, you can fill in a student finance form (DSA1 form) to apply just for DSA. You can apply later, but it can take 12–16 weeks to confirm support.

There is step-by-step guidance on how to apply for DSA on the Diversity and Ability website. 

Will I be paid a salary?

No, you will be an unsalaried trainee during the time that you are on the programme. We encourage potential applicants to check on the Department for Education’s website to find out more about funding options: https://getintoteaching.education.gov.uk/funding-and-support