Wednesday 05 January 2022

Update Communication sent to Trainees & Additional information for Partners
The communication to Partners includes the following:

• Changes to staff visits to trainees in schools

The communication to Trainees includes the following:

• Changes to staff visits to trainees in schools

• COVID-19 risk mitigation measures

• Information on University testing facilities

• Sick note requirements

• Self-isolation in relation to COVID-19

ISSUED TO PGCE STUDENTS cc: STAFF AND SCHOOLS IN PARTNERSHIP

Thursday 16 December 2021

Update Communication sent to Trainees
The communication includes the following:

• January teaching and placement arrangements

ISSUED TO PGCE STUDENTS cc: STAFF AND SCHOOLS IN PARTNERSHIP WITH A TRAINEE INCOMING IN EARLY JANUARY

Friday 10 December 2021

PGCE student half-termly bulletin

The communication includes important detail on the following:

• COVID SAFETY PRECAUTIONS – UPDATE AND NOTICES
• NOTICE re. POTENTIAL OFSTED INSPECTION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF WARWICK ITE PARTNERSHIP
• REMINDER OF PGCE TRAINEE FAQS (including COVID-19 info)
• YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES IF A CTE STAFF MEMBER ARRANGES TO VISIT YOUR SCHOOL
• TRANSFORMATIONAL TEACHING AND LEARNING: DIGITAL TEACHER EDUCATION PROJECT STUDENT FOCUS GROUPS – CALLS FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
• ‘INTRODUCTION TO ACTIVE BYSTANDER AT WARWICK’ WORKSHOP
• WELLBEING SUPPORT AND RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS(including University services over Christmas at the University Warwick)
• FEELING PART OF THE UNIVERSITY OF WARWICK

Communication also contained link to Safe Operating Protocol for school visits (Autumn 2021)

ISSUED TO PGCE STUDENTS cc: STAFF AND SCHOOLS IN PARTNERSHIP

Friday 15 September 2021

Update Communication sent to Trainees & Additional information for Partners
The communication to Partners includes the following:

• Advice Shared with Trainees regarding action to take if they are in close contact with a positive Covid case
• CTE Staff risk assessment for school visits

The communication to Trainees includes the following:

• KEY ‘HOW TO’ INFORMATION FOR TRAINEES
• REMINDER OF PGCE TRAINEE FAQS (including COVID-19 info)
• YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES IF A CTE STAFF MEMBER ARRANGES TO VISIT YOUR SCHOOL
• WELLBEING SUPPORT AND RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS
• FEELING PART OF THE UNIVERSITY OF WARWICK

Friday 09 September 2021

Update Communication sent to Trainees

The communication includes important detail on the following:

IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING TRAINEE RESPONSIBILITIES FOR ATTENDING TAUGHT SESSIONS ON CAMPUS

ISSUED TO PGCE STUDENTS cc: STAFF AND SCHOOLS IN PARTNERSHIP

Friday 25 June 2021

Final Update Communication sent to Trainees & Additional information for Partners
The communication to Partners includes the following

• Copy of Student communication
  
• Information on the course offering for the Early Career Framework

The communication to Trainees includes the following

• END OF COURSE EXAM BOARD ARRANGEMENTS
• INFORMATION FOR TRAINEES WHO ARE NOT ABLE TO COMPLETE THEIR COURSE THIS YEAR

As well as important information for those who are graduating in July:

• TELL US WHEN YOU SECURE YOUR FIRST TEACHING POST SO THAT WE CAN ISSUE YOUR COMPLETION REFERENCE
• IT ACCESS AND ALUMNI BENEFITS
• EARLY CAREER FRAMEWORK – 2 YEAR INDUCTION FOR ALL NEW TEACHERS
• SUPPORT FOR SEEKING EMPLOYMENT
• GRADUATE OUTCOMES SURVEY
• BECOME A WARWICK TEACHER AMBASSADOR

…and last but not least:

• COVID-19 WARWICK PGCE STUDENT FAQS
• WELLBEING SUPPORT AND RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS

Friday 18 June 2021

Communication to Partners

Communication includes information on various opportunities that are available across a range of course delivery activities in the Primary (2-7 and 5-11) and Secondary phases.

Attachment

Friday 14 May 2021

Update Communication sent to Trainees & Additional information for Partners
The communication to Partners includes the following:

• DfE Funding Support for trainees impacted by the pandemic

• Early Career Framework

The communication to Trainees includes the following:

• OFSTED SURVEY OF ITT TRAINEES
• THE DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION’S ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPORT FOR TRAINEES WHOSE TIMELY COURSE COMPLETION IS IMPACTED BY THE PANDEMIC
• CTE SUPPORT FOR SECONDARY PGCE TRAINEES WHO HAVE MISSED OUT ON A PLACEMENT OPPORTUNITY IN 20/21
• COVID-19 WARWICK PGCE FAQS
• WELLBEING SUPPORT AND RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS

COMMUNICATION ISSUED TO SCHOOL PARTNERS

Friday 30 April 2021

Update Communication sent to Trainees

The communication includes important detail on the following:

• THE DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION’S ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPORT FOR TRAINEES WHOSE TIMELY COURSE COMPLETION IS IMPACTED BY THE PANDEMIC
• CTE SUPPORT FOR SECONDARY PGCE TRAINEES WHO HAVE MISSED OUT ON A PLACEMENT OPPORTUNITY IN 20/21
• COVID-19 WARWICK PGCE FAQS
• WELLBEING SUPPORT AND RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS

ISSUED TO PGCE STUDENTS cc: STAFF AND SCHOOLS IN PARTNERSHIP

Friday 26 March 2021

Update Communication sent to Trainees

The communication includes important detail on the following:

• STUDENTS TRAVELLING HOME FOR THE EASTER PERIOD
• REMINDER REGARDING COVID-19 TESTING FOR TRAINEES
• UPDATE REGARDING UNIVERSITY-LED SESSIONS
• OFSTED INSPECTION
• TRANSFORMING EDUCATION AWARDS
• UNIVERSITY STAFF CUSTOMARY LEAVE TUESDAY 6^TH - FRIDAY 9^TH APRIL
• COVID-19 WARWICK PGCE STUDENT FAQS
• WELLBEING SUPPORT AND RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS

ISSUED TO PGCE STUDENTS cc: STAFF AND SCHOOLS IN PARTNERSHIP

Friday 12 March 2021

Update Communication sent to Trainees & Additional information for Partners
The communication to Partners includes the following:

• PLACEMENTS NEEDED FOR SECONDARY TRAINEES
• VACANCIES ON OUR PGCE TEAM

The communication to Trainees includes the following:

• GUIDANCE ON COVID-19 TESTING FOR TRAINEES
• IMPORTANT INFORMATION: TRAINEE TEACHER REFERENCE NUMBERS (‘TRNs’)
• SIGNPOSTING:
  • COVID-19 WARWICK PGCE STUDENT FAQS
  • WELLBEING SUPPORT AND RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS

COMMUNICATION ISSUED TO SCHOOL PARTNERS

Friday 26 February 2021

Update Communication sent to Trainees
This communication includes helpful detail on the following:

• UPDATE REGARDING RECOMMENDATION FOR QTS
• UPDATE REGARDING STUDENT TEACHING ACTIVITIES
• INDUCTION PERIODS FOR NEWLY QUALIFIED TEACHERS (NQTs)
• MITIGATING CIRCUMSTANCES SUB-COMMITTEE
• COVID-19 WARWICK PGCE STUDENT FAQS
• WELLBEING SUPPORT AND RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS

ISSUED TO PGCE STUDENTS cc: STAFF AND SCHOOLS IN PARTNERSHIP

Friday 12 February 2021

Update Communication sent to Partner schools. This communication contains:

• COPY OF TRAINEE COMMUNICATION SENT FRIDAY 12 FEBRUARY 2021
• CONSIDERATIONS FOR REACHING A RECOMMENDATION FOR QTS IN THE CONTEXT OF THE PANDEMIC
• SECTOR NEWS AND UPDATES (FOR INFO)

COMMUNICATION ISSUED TO SCHOOL PARTNERS

Friday 29 January 2021

Update Communication sent to Trainees
This communication includes helpful detail on the following:

• NEU LAUNCHES REMOTE EDUCATION WEBSITE
• CTE STUDENT SERVICES ‘DROP INS’
• WELLBEING SUPPORT AND RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS

ISSUED TO PGCE STUDENTS cc: STAFF AND SCHOOLS IN PARTNERSHIP

Friday 15 January 2021

Update Communication sent to Trainees
Additional Attachments:

• Jan 2021 Primary Core and SD Covid Communication
• Jan 2021 Secondary Core and SD Covid Communication

UPDATE COMMUNICATION ISSUED TO PGCE STUDENTS cc: STAFF AND SCHOOLS IN PARTNERSHIP

Friday 08 January 2021

Update to trainees on communication related to Covid-19, Wellbeing and FAQs
FAQ Document attached

UPDATE COMMUNICATION ISSUED TO PGCE STUDENTS cc: STAFF AND SCHOOLS IN PARTNERSHIP

Wednesday 06 January 2021

Clarification on lockdown implications for University of Warwick PGCE placements.
This Communication also includes a copy of communications sent to trainees
Tuesday 05 January 2020
Saturday 02 January 2020
COMMUNICATION ISSUED TO SCHOOL PARTNERS

Friday 27 November 2020

Clarifications regarding the Student Travel Window for PGCE trainees and an update regarding University sessions being taught online.

COMMUNICATION ISSUED TO PGCE STUDENTS
COMMUNICATION ISSUED TO SCHOOL PARTNERS

Friday 26 June 2020

Update: Early Career Framework, Student evaluation & reminder re. PGCE Exam Boards and trainee outcomes

UPDATE COMMUNICATION ISSUED TO PGCE STUDENTS cc: STAFF AND SCHOOLS IN PARTNERSHIP

Friday 19 June 2020

Update: NQT support for 19-20 PGCE graduates, CTE Awards Ceremony, Impact of Racial Trauma: Mitigating Circumstances & Update on Examination Boards and trainee outcomes

UPDATE COMMUNICATION ISSUED TO PGCE STUDENTS cc: STAFF AND SCHOOLS IN PARTNERSHIP

Friday 12 June 2020

Update: University’s work on Racial Equality and Social Inclusion & update regarding trainees returning to complete their course next year as well as the new DfE funding for ITT course extensions in light of COVID-19

UPDATE COMMUNICATION ISSUED TO PGCE STUDENTS cc: STAFF AND SCHOOLS IN PARTNERSHIP

Friday 06 June 2020

Update: Change to PGCE 2020-21 Start date. Copy of communication issued to trainees

UPDATE COMMUNICATION ISSUED TO PARTNER SCHOOLS

Friday 22 May 2020

Update: Advice for trainees and partners regarding the unlikely resumption of ITE placements in the context of Covid19, Reminders about QTS recommendations to students, Trainee reference request process, Details regarding PGCE exam boards and communication of student award outcomes & Additional sessions available from Wellbeing Support Services

UPDATE COMMUNICATION ISSUED TO PGCE STUDENTS cc: STAFF AND SCHOOLS IN PARTNERSHIP

Friday 15 May 2020

Update: Plans on Communicating QTS recommendations to students & SD Partners, Advice on the resumption of ITE placements in the context of COVID-19,Student support on course and for wellbeing, Student references turnaround times & Online Interview guidance for NQT Teaching positions

UPDATE COMMUNICATION ISSUED TO PGCE STUDENTS cc: STAFF AND SCHOOLS IN PARTNERSHIP

Thursday 07 May 2020

Update: QTS and other updates, MA, PGCE International and Opportunities to do and feel good via Warwick Volunteers & Warwick Sport.
UPDATE COMMUNICATION ISSUED TO PGCE STUDENTS cc: STAFF AND SCHOOLS IN PARTNERSHIP

Friday 01 May 2020

Update and FAQs regarding the consideration of QTS & Clarification on how the University’s PGT COVID-19 Mitigation Policy relates to our PGCE courses.
UPDATE COMMUNICATION ISSUED TO PGCE STUDENTS cc: STAFF AND SCHOOLS IN PARTNERSHIP

Friday 24 April 2020

Update: WIP regarding the Award of QTS in light of school closure, Wellbeing support & Careers guidance and support
UPDATE COMMUNICATION ISSUED TO PGCE STUDENTS cc: STAFF AND SCHOOLS IN PARTNERSHIP

Thursday 09 April 2020

Update: WIP regarding the Award of QTS in light of school closure, Assessment Deadlines & Home Schooling Resources
UPDATE COMMUNICATION ISSUED TO PGCE STUDENTS cc: STAFF AND SCHOOLS IN PARTNERSHIP

Friday 03 April 2020

Update: The Award of QTS in light of school closure and COVID-19, Student Support and queries & Assessment Deadlines
UPDATE COMMUNICATION ISSUED TO PGCE STUDENTS cc: STAFF AND SCHOOLS IN PARTNERSHIP

Friday 27 March 2020

Important update: Recent DfE Policy Announcement on Covid-19 and ITT & Update on Trainee Assignment Submission
UPDATE COMMUNICATION SIMULTANEOUSLY ISSUED TO PGCE STUDENTS, STAFF AND SCHOOLS IN PARTNERSHIP

Wednesday 18 March 2020

FAQ Document following communication regarding suspension of School Direct Trainee and University-led Trainee placements
UPDATE COMMUNICATION SIMULTANEOUSLY ISSUED TO PGCE STUDENTS, STAFF AND SCHOOLS IN PARTNERSHIP

Wednesday 18 March 2020

Important update: Suspension of School Direct Trainee and University-led Trainee placements
UPDATE COMMUNICATION SIMULTANEOUSLY ISSUED TO PGCE STUDENTS, STAFF AND SCHOOLS IN PARTNERSHIP

Tuesday 17 March 2020 

Important update: Contingency arrangements in lieu of Coronavirus
UPDATE COMMUNICATION SIMULTANEOUSLY ISSUED TO PGCE STUDENTS, STAFF AND SCHOOLS IN PARTNERSHIP

Sunday 15 March 2020 

Important update: Cancellation of all remaining face-to-face teaching
UPDATE COMMUNICATION ISSUED TO PGCE STUDENTS

Thursday 12 March 2020

Important update: Message regarding unfolding picture
UPDATE COMMUNICATION ISSUED TO PGCE STUDENTS