Apply

How to get started

Begin your application in less than 5 steps.

1. Check you meet the entry requirements

  • Employed by a school or nursery in England
  • Have lived in the UK or wider European Economic Area for the last three years
  • Have photo ID, such as a passport or driving licence
  • Have a National Insurance number
  • Have discussed the training programme you would like to go on and have the support of your school and line manager
  • Are not currently using a student loan for any study
  • Are not enrolled on any other government-funded training programme currently

You will be asked to watch a short video and complete a form.

2. Apply for a support staff Training Programme

  • Complete an application form

3. Finalising your place

  • We will be in touch to arrange a meeting with you over Microsoft Teams online