Inspiring Leaders

🎉 Welcome back, trainees! Hope the half term rest did you good because the final countdown is ON.

You are now in the second half of your last term and what a moment that is. From here it is all about doing what you do best, being in the classroom, finishing off your coursework and looking ahead to graduation.

You've got this 🎓

🎓 Graduates, you're nearly there. The late nights and endless coffees are almost behind you.

So what's next?

If teaching has ever crossed your mind, we'd love to hear from you.

Applications are still open to join our 2026/27 cohort and you don't need to wait until graduation to apply.

🔗 https://inspiringleadersscitt.com/apply-now/

🔬✨ Teaching STEM is all about bringing learning to life.

That’s what makes these subjects so exciting to teach - every lesson is a chance to spark curiosity, ask questions and show how science, maths, computing and technology shape everyday life.

If you’re passionate about your subject and want to inspire the next generation of problem-solvers and innovators, STEM teaching could be the perfect path for you.

Applications still open for Autumn: https://inspiringleadersscitt.com/apply-now/

🏫 Want to step inside a Primary school to see if teaching could be for you?

There are limited places available on our Primary School Experience days in Leicester, so make sure you book before it's too late!

We're even offering the chance to visit Braunstone Community Primary School - semi-finalists on this year's Britain's Got Talent!

Bookings can be made here: https://inspiringleadersscitt.com/school-experience/

🏃 Last weekend, some of our trainees laced up their trainers and took part in parkrun to mark Mental Health Awareness Week!

Over in Gedling, our Nottinghamshire & Derbyshire Secondary Hub Lead Marie was joined by trainees Ayesha and Kaci. Meanwhile in Chesterfield, trainee Nathan and his Professional Tutor Troy did the Park Run together.

A brilliant effort from everyone involved - we love seeing our Inspiring Leaders community come together outside of school too! 💚

📢 Still considering which teacher training provider might be the best fit for you?

If you're set on training to teach in Secondary education, or simply want to find out what training to teach with us is like, we'd love to have you join us!

To register, click the link below 👇
https://inspiringleadersscitt.com/events/train-to-teach-secondary-scitt-information-webinar-5/

We’re continuing to mark by sharing more reflections and wellbeing tips from colleagues across our SCITT community 💚

This year’s theme, Action, reminds us that small everyday steps can have a positive impact on mental health.

🎶 Our Nottinghamshire & Derbyshire Primary cohort were definitely in tune during last week’s music session!

From finding their rhythm to exploring fun ways to bring music into the classroom, our trainees got stuck in and hit all the right notes ✨

Flying High Partnership

🫶 It’s , and for teachers especially, looking after our mental health really matters.

This year’s theme is Action, focusing on the small, practical things we can do to support our wellbeing.

Throughout the week, we’ll be sharing simple tips and personal reflections from our team - the everyday actions they take to protect their mental health.

We hope it sparks a few ideas and reminds you to take a moment for yourself too 💙