Josie Thirkell Institute of Education is part of Wellspring Academy Trust, a community of 33 Academies comprising Primary, Secondary, SEMH & SEND provisions. We are a lead placement provider working with Exceed SCITT. 

Teaching changes lives. You can make a difference to children and young people by training to become a teacher with us. Everyone remembers the teacher that inspired, encouraged and supported them. This is your chance to become that person for a whole new generation.

Why us?

Because great teaching is based on great relationships. We are here for you at the start of your career – and we are there to support and develop you afterwards. We offer placements in our Barnsley, Leeds & North Yorkshire schools. You will have access to invaluable training from our leaders and teachers with opportunities to observe best practice in a wide range of our settings across the Trust. Your career opportunities beyond initial training are wide and varied – and we will support you in achieving your ambitions. We understand great teaching and learning, and truly believe in making a difference.

The training places available:

• The Josie Thirkell Institute of Education offers both salaried and tuition-fee funded places.
• For more details of the tuition fee funded 3-7 programme click here, for 5-11 click here.
• For more details on the Primary with SEND (5-11) programme click here.

All programmes lead to QTS and a PGCE.