2021 School Direct Briefing Resources
School Direct Partners' Briefing
Information for School Direct Partners for the upcoming 2022-23 recruitment cycle (Shared during the 06 October 2021 Meeting)
A copy of the email sent circulating the resources on this page and additional information
A Copy of the UPDATE email sent circulating additional resources and additional information
Meeting RecordingLink opens in a new window
The meeting was recorded. To access the recording please click the link above. You can also access MP4 version of the recording
Presentation SlidesLink opens in a new window
A copy of the slides used during the briefing.
These slides are a PowerPoint file and should not be distributed outside of the CTE Warwick Partnership
If you have any question about the content of the slides or recording please contact partnership@warwick.ac.uk
Interview Resources
Primary Interview Questions 2022-23 (Updated April 2022)
A copy of the interview questions used to interview Primay University-led applicants. We recommend that our partners use these but they are not prescribed, please make sure that your interview questions cover all that you need to complete the offer recommendation form which has a few revised questions this year as per the briefing details
Primary Needs Identified templateLink opens in a new window
Secondary Needs Identified template
An example of what University-led offer holders are sent regarding the needs which were identified during the interview process
Secondary Interview Questions 2022-23 (Updated April 2022)
A copy of the interview questions used to interview Secondary University-led applicants. We recommend that our partners use these but they are not prescribed, please make sure that your interview questions cover all that you need to complete the offer recommendation form which has a few revised questions this year as per the briefing details
NEW! Primary Maths & English task at interviewLink opens in a new window
A copy of the new task used during Primary University-led interviews for assessing Fundamental Skills. School Partners are welcome to use this same task or a different task during interview
Guidance for InterviewersLink opens in a new window
The purpose of these notes of guidance is to build consistency into the standards and practices we employ when recruiting trainees to the PGCE programme across both University-led and School Direct interviews
Secondary Data TaskLink opens in a new window
Secondary Mini Lesson TaskLink opens in a new window
A copy of the new task used during Secondary University-led interviews. School Partners are welcome to use this same task or a different task during interview
Other Resources
DfE Apply example ApplicationLink opens in a new window
Dummy data has been used for this example
Copy of Offer/Reject form for reference
This form has had a few revised questions this year, as per the briefing details.
Find the online version of the form PGCE School Direct Admissions PagesLink opens in a new window
Updated reasons for RejectionLink opens in a new window
Draft schedule of Recruitment EventsLink opens in a new window
We are reviewing ways in which partners can contribute to our digital/online recruitment activities. Partners are invited to provide us with a voiceover PowerPoint presentation that covers their offering. We will confirm a recommended content/length shortly
School Direct Collaborative Agreement (21-22)Link opens in a new window
- Section 6 sets out the responsibilities of the Lead School
- Appendix 2 includes useful details regarding how reasonable adjustments might be achieved on placement
For further breakdown of the agreement, you can visit hereLink opens in a new window
Partner Videos for Website/
RecruitmentLink opens in a new window
A Request & Guidance for School Direct Partner videos for the CTE website to provide more infromation to potential trainees
Funding Schedule for School DirectLink opens in a new window
Separate copy of the Placement fees payment schedule (between Warwick and our SD Lead schools) which is included in Schedule 2 of the Collaborative Agreement
School Direct Salaried advice from DfE
Response to our requested for clarification from the DfE about what is expected of SDS Trainees in terms of experience
Safeguarding InformationLink opens in a new window
A link to published information including:
- Safeguarding policy
- Link to our safeguarding incident report form
- Terms of reference of our Suitability Panel (where applicants or trainees are referred should a suitability concern arise)
New DBS process for applicants/offer holders
A simple Step by step DBS process for offer holders