Get into Primary Teaching

Do you have a passion to get into teaching? Perhaps you had a teacher who inspired you to push yourself, made you feel heard when you felt invisible or supported you in a difficult time. If that is the difference you want to make to children’s lives, our Get into Primary Teaching programme is the perfect fit for you!

On our programme you will complete a weekly placement in a primary school, gaining first-hand experience as a teaching assistant. This practical learning is combined with a weekly theory lesson and on-the-job observations from our staff help you to identify your strengths and give you detailed feedback on how to improve your weaknesses. 

You will also have the opportunity to visit the Anglia Ruskin University Primary Education Department, hear from their experienced lecturers, explore their facilities and meet their students. 

During your second year of study you will complete an Extended Project Qualification focusing on an area of teaching that most interests you, giving you a step-up when you come to make your university applications.

For more information on this programme, please contact Steve Picton at spicton@longroad.ac.uk

I have really enjoyed this programme. The support sessions at college mean that I know how to get the most out of my placement and feel confident whilst doing it. There are also opportunities to have contact with Anglia Ruskin University that I feel will really help me when applying for the higher education course that I want to do.

Sessions are informative and help with any worries you may have within your placement. The work placement will benefit me in the future as it will help me get onto the university course that I wish to study. It's a good learning experience and it's enjoyable!

I enjoy these extra lessons as they will benefit me in the future by building my knowledge of what skills I need as a primary school teacher. I also enjoy the placement as it helps me to build my confidence.