Sandwell Academy has a proven track record of attracting and training superb staff. Since opening in 2006, the Academy has worked with trainee teachers who have entered the profession from a variety of routes – including the School Direct programme, where staff train 'on-the-job' and combine training with hands-on, practical experience.
We also work with all local ITT providers to provide PGCE placements, with many staff placed with us going on to gain employment and forge successful teaching careers. In addition, we have worked successfully with TeachFirst, another well-established route in to the profession.
Staff working with us have access to comprehensive training and support – and, where appropriate, also have the opportunity to further enhance their professional development and qualifications by working on Masters level modules which are part-funded by the school. Through this scheme, several staff have now completed their Masters (MA) with us. Others have completed their Postgraduate Diploma and Postgraduate Certificate qualifications.
If you are thinking of entering the teaching profession, Sandwell Academy is a great platform from which to launch a successful teaching career.
Sandwell Academy is committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all those working at the Academy to share this commitment.
All successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.