Assessment Only QTS

For Unqualified Teachers

THE IDEAL ROUTE INTO TEACHING FOR EXPERIENCED UNQUALIFIED TEACHERS.

The assessment only route (AO) is designed for experienced unqualified teachers who wish to gain QTS.  The AO route is not a training route and you must be teaching a full timetable in school and meeting the Teachers’ Standards to a good or excellent level already.

The Assessment Only route must be completed within three months. During this time the candidate will evidence that they meet the Teachers Standards.

This route is available in both State and Independent sectors. We will verify teachers working in Primary, Secondary and Specialist SEN settings.

We accept direct applications for the Assessment Only route throughout the academic year in order to personalise your specific journey to QTS.

QTS Only fee £2950 (within a 30 mile radius of Bournemouth*)

* For candidates outside this area an additional £200 will be charged to cover travel costs

Optional Second Placement (20 working days) arranged by BBTTP £400

The fee for the course includes 3 visits to the school/setting. If additional visits are required this will be charged at a fee of £200 per visit.

Bournemouth Bay Teacher Training Partnership offers the AO route in the age ranges of 7-11, 11-16 and 14-19.

In order to qualify for the AO route you must have:

  • At least two years teaching experience ( whole class teacher not a Teaching Assistant) including planning, teaching and assessment in two or more education settings.
  • UK Honours degree or equivalent
  • GCSE Maths, English and Science (If applying for primary) at grade 4, C or equivalent
  • Support from your current employing school

Click here to check your eligibility of this route

If you require further information, please contact us on 01202 662038 or email us at James.mosley@bournemouthbay-partnership.com