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Graduate Teacher Apprenticeship Programme (Primary)
Danecourt School is a primary special school for children with complex and additional needs. We are offering a unique opportunity to train as a teacher through our Graduate Teacher Apprenticeship Programme, specialising in SEND from the very start of your career.
With increasing numbers of children requiring specialist support, there has never been a more important — or more meaningful — time to join special education. This programme gives you the chance to become a highly skilled, reflective SEND practitioner in a school that is values-driven, child-centred and deeply relational.
Why start your career at Danecourt?
At Danecourt, you will benefit from:
1. Expert SEND mentoring from experienced specialist teachers and leaders
2. Daily opportunities to develop your understanding of the SEND
3. Close collaboration with therapists, families and professionals
4. Trust-wide SEND CPD and specialist training pathways
5. A strong focus on staff wellbeing with access to our Employee Assistant Programme
6. The opportunity to progress into a permanent teaching role following qualification
About the Programme
This is a 15-month salaried apprenticeship that allows you to train as a teacher while working in school.
7. You’ll achieve Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) after the first 12 months
8. The final term focuses on your End Point Assessment
9. All training costs are fully funded by the Trust
10. You’ll spend around 80% of your time in school and 20% in structured training
You’ll develop skills in:
11. Inclusive planning and assessment
12. Communication-first teaching
13. Behaviour as communication
14. Trauma-informed and relational practice
15. Working with families and multidisciplinary teams
You’ll be coached, supported and guided every step of the way.
Who is this for?
This route is ideal if you:
16. Have a degree in any subject
17. Hold GCSEs at Grade 4 (C) or above in English, Maths and Science
18. Care deeply about children, inclusion and equity
19. Are patient, reflective, curious and resilient
20. Want a career that is meaningful and socially valuable
21. Are open to learning, feedback and personal growth
You do not need prior SEND experience — just the right values, mindset and willingness to learn.
Ready to take the first step?
We warmly encourage visits to see Danecourt in action and meet the team.