PhD Graduate Teacher Training Programme

Researchers in Schools ,
Scotland, West Yorkshire
Salary: Up to £33,900

Overview

The Researchers in Schools programme offers PhD researchers a unique, generously-funded route into teacher training that is deliberately structured to make the most of your abilities, knowledge and experience. With RIS, you’ll develop the skills to become a highly-effective classroom teacher and champion of higher education, helping support pupils, regardless of background, to excel and progress to university. To support your development as a teacher and to help you make your PhD accessible to your pupils, the programme offers a number of exciting features and opportunities: - Complete our Research Leader in Education Award, a fully-funded, three-year programme of professional development designed around the PhD skill set, in addition to gaining nationally-recognised teacher training qualifications - Take one day of protected time each week to work towards the RLE and uni pathways, a university-access intervention based on your PhD, aimed at increasing target pupils’ chances of attending a highly-selective university - Receive honorary academic status at a research-intensive university, providing access to research facilities and a network of academic support - Benefit from a dedicated programme officer who will provide you with one-to-one mentoring and coaching throughout. - Receive competitive financial support, including generous funding options for your training year