FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I register with Empowering Learning?
Please log into our website www.empowering-learning.co.uk and complete our application form. Send the form back to us with a copy of your CV via email or post and we will invite you to an interview.

How can do I join the training programme?
Our Professional Development Programme runs twice a year from September to December and from January to May.
Your suitability to join our training will be agreed on at your interview. You will normally need to have a teaching qualification from any country in the world.

What does the training programme include?
The 15 week programme covers the 33 Q standards essential for the theoretical understanding of teaching. This includes a period of internship in either a primary or secondary school. We also advise our candidates how to write a good CV and prepare a personal statement for your next step: an application for a post in a school. All training session materials are included too and you will need to download these before attending each session.

How much does training cost?
The 15 week Professional Development Programme runs every Thursday evening from 5.30pm to 7.30pm and costs £350 payable at the first session.

What does internship entail?
You will spend 18 days over a 6 week period in one of our partner schools as near as possible to your home. We will accompany you to negotiate your targets for the placement. You will co-teach in your own teaching area. Your aim will be to teach a full class by yourself by the end of the internship.

What happens after the training/internship?
The school will provide you with a reference and this will be key to your next step, obtaining a paid post in a UK school. We will update your CV to reflect the experience gained at your recent school.

How will I get paid and when?
Once your training is completed, Empowering Learning will work to find you a long term post in a school. We will also advise you how to search for posts by yourself.

Will you be able to do my CRB application and what is the cost?
Empowering Learning can process your CRB application and give you a code so that you can track its progress. The cost is £50

How long does the CRB application process take?
Normally between 6 and 8 weeks. The complete CRB disclosure is sent to your home address and a second copy sent to us for our records.

Do I need to join the GTC and how do I do this?
You do need to join the GTC if you are starting work as a teacher. There are 3 types of GTC registration: Full registration for teachers with UK QTS, provisional registration for Overseas Trained Teachers without QTS and for Unqualified Teachers.

Can you help me get QTS?
We hope so! Here are the stages:
       1. Complete PDP training including an intern placement
       2. Work as a temporary TA or Teacher
       3. Obtain a long term, maternity cover or permanent post
       4. Either your school or Empowering Learning will support you through QTS