EQUA Mead Futures

EQUA Mead Futures is dedicated to delivering a cohesive and aligned development pathway for all staff.

We prioritise continuous professional growth though training and adoption of an evidence based, research-engaged culture.

It is the amazing work that staff do every day that ensures a fulfilling learning and enrichment experience for our children and we are committed to supporting lifelong learning opportunities for all.

School Centred Initial Teacher Training

EQUA Mead Futures is proud to be a Lead Partner with Teach First delivering School Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) where you will gain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a PGCE. Teach First have been training teachers for 20 years and are the largest initial teacher training provider in the country. Teach First’s initial teacher training is rated ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted.

Today we filmed a short video to raise the profile of this opportunity, reaching out to engage the next generation of teachers.

If you are considering training to teach or know anyone who is considering training to teach, please do share this link: EQUA Mead Learning Trust - Train to Teach

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National Professional Qualifications (NPQs)

Working in partnership with the National Society for Education (Church of England & Church in Wales) we deliver a suite of NPQs both within trust and also across the South West of England. We are currently facilitating to over 100 colleagues the below programmes:

· NPQSL

· NPQH

· NPQSEND

· NPQLTD

· NPQLPM

SEND Teaching Assistant

We are partnering with Be Ready to deliver this exciting apprenticeship for all Teaching Assistants.

This programme comes highly recommended with content written in partnership with the NASENCO team along with a number of cross phase and specialist trusts.

Suitable for both primary and secondary 4-18, coverage includes universal SEND inclusion along with strategy supporting higher needs. It is designed to enhance the knowledge and confidence of all TAs, not just those working directly with SEND pupils.

For further information please email jbullock@equamead.org