Train with us

HEARTS Academy Trust offers an opportunity for the most able graduates to train to be teachers in partnership with Essex and Thames Scitt. We offer a generous bursary for our most promising students. Candidates are mentored by our most exceptional teachers.


HEARTS are calling for applications from the most able graduates to train to be teachers. The programme allows top graduates, or those who have been working in a career, to combine training with learning on the job.


The programme is flexible and participants can choose from QTS and PGCE qualifications.

Kathryn - Teaching practice at Briscoe Primary School
From an early age, I have had a keen interest in working with children. Following graduating from university, I spent time working in a local nursery. Although I enjoyed the experience, it made me realise that I wanted to work with older children. After spending a year and a half travelling, I decided to apply for primary teacher training. 

I was really nervous about starting my training, due to my limited school experience and time away. However, I have been made to feel welcome by every member of staff at my placement school and other members of the HEARTS Academy Trust. My class and school mentors have been so supportive and are always happy to make time to talk about any worries I may have. I have received lots of encouraging words and it is clear that having a rich and positive training experience is a priority of the school and Trust. 

I must admit, the first few weeks have been overwhelming. However, the positivity and support of the school has made them much easier. I am thoroughly enjoying learning about the school environment and feel very fortunate to have been placed in such a wonderful setting. I do not know for certain where I will be in five years time, but the HEARTS Academy Trust has given me the confidence to explore and be ambitious.

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