Training at Co-op Academy Hamilton means joining a primary school where children are at the heart of every decision and where learning is designed to feel exciting, memorable and full of possibility. Our warm, supportive culture gives trainee teachers the confidence to try, reflect and grow while developing the skills needed to help every child thrive.

You’ll experience an inclusive and adaptive curriculum with a strong focus on reading, high expectations and enriching experiences. From our vibrant Early Years provision to Forest School and outdoor learning, trainees see how creativity, curiosity and purposeful play can be used to bring learning to life and build children’s confidence and independence.

Strong pastoral support extends to pupils, families, staff and trainees. You’ll be guided by experienced mentors, take part in high-quality professional development and have opportunities to visit other schools across Co-op Academies Trust to broaden your experience. Hamilton is a place where you can develop as a teacher while becoming part of a caring community with high aspirations for every child.

Co-op Academies Trust believes in changing the lives of young people through empowering teachers and young people to work together for a better education and a better community.

The Trust brings together expertise from across Primary, Secondary, Special and Further Education in an aim to promote excellence in all aspects of education.

Our provision is a combination of practical training, both within and outside of the classroom; a proactive and evidence-informed curriculum to build your pedagogical and subject knowledge with a further academic focus provided by university professionals. Our courses offer Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) accredited by Bright Futures SCITT, part of the Bright Futures Teaching School Hub as well as a Masters Level Qualification through the Postgraduate Certificate in Education awarded by The University of Derby (PGCE with 60 Masters Credits).

As a Trainee Teacher with Co-op Academies, you can immerse yourself in school life from day one and join a team of staff committed to delivering the highest quality learning and teaching to children across our Trust. 

If you are keen to learn from a range of professionals currently in a full time role within our placement schools, then our school-led training is the route for you. Your mentors, teachers and Specialist Leaders of Education (SLEs) will support you fully, using innovative training to enable you to become a resilient, successful teacher. 

• A curriculum that grows with you, through three phases: Introductory, Developmental and Consolidation

• Weekly Learn, Explore, Apply reflection tasks – linking theory to practice

• Professional studies to boost your confidence in behaviour, planning, assessment, and SEND

• Intensive training weeks focused on things like questioning, clarity and scaffolding

• Experience across mainstream, alternative and SEND settings – plus out-of-phase experience (e.g. primary trainees spend time in secondary)

At Co-op Academy Northwood, every child’s happiness, progress and wellbeing are at the centre of school life. Training here gives you the chance to develop in a warm, inclusive primary academy where staff work together to create purposeful learning, high expectations and a genuine sense of belonging.

Our curriculum is designed to engage and adapt to the needs of all learners, with reading woven throughout academy life and outdoor learning providing further opportunities to build confidence, resilience and curiosity. Trainees see how strong relationships, inclusive practice and memorable experiences can help every child shine.

You’ll be supported by experienced mentors and friendly teams who understand what new teachers need as they build confidence and professional identity. High-quality CPD and opportunities to learn from other schools across Co-op Academies Trust give you access to a wider professional network, while strong links with families and the local community help you understand the important role a school plays beyond the classroom. Northwood offers a supportive foundation from which to become an ambitious, caring and reflective teacher.

Co-op Academies Trust believes in changing the lives of young people through empowering teachers and young people to work together for a better education and a better community.

The Trust brings together expertise from across Primary, Secondary, Special and Further Education in an aim to promote excellence in all aspects of education.

Our provision is a combination of practical training, both within and outside of the classroom; a proactive and evidence-informed curriculum to build your pedagogical and subject knowledge with a further academic focus provided by university professionals. Our courses offer Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) accredited by Bright Futures SCITT, part of the Bright Futures Teaching School Hub as well as a Masters Level Qualification through the Postgraduate Certificate in Education awarded by The University of Derby (PGCE with 60 Masters Credits).

As a Trainee Teacher with Co-op Academies, you can immerse yourself in school life from day one and join a team of staff committed to delivering the highest quality learning and teaching to children across our Trust. 

If you are keen to learn from a range of professionals currently in a full time role within our placement schools, then our school-led training is the route for you. Your mentors, teachers and Specialist Leaders of Education (SLEs) will support you fully, using innovative training to enable you to become a resilient, successful teacher. 

• A curriculum that grows with you, through three phases: Introductory, Developmental and Consolidation

• Weekly Learn, Explore, Apply reflection tasks – linking theory to practice

• Professional studies to boost your confidence in behaviour, planning, assessment, and SEND

• Intensive training weeks focused on things like questioning, clarity and scaffolding

• Experience across mainstream, alternative and SEND settings – plus out-of-phase experience (e.g. primary trainees spend time in secondary)