Welcome to your next step towards an exciting and rewarding career in teaching.

This dedicated page is designed to guide you through the next stages of your journey with Teach West London.

If you've been invited to a Selection Day - please use the resources below to help you to prepare and do keep an eye out for further information in your inbox.

If you've received an offer post Selection Day- what happens next? Accept your place and begin preparing for your training. Look out for key dates, required documentation and upcoming induction events.

Our unique selection process

At Teach West London, we believe that choosing where to train as a teacher is a big decision – which is why our Selection Day is designed to give you a real insight into your chosen school and what it’s like to be part of our immersive training programme.

Unlike many providers who conduct online interviews, we invite you to visit your chosen school in person. This experience allows you to:

  • Meet school leaders and future colleagues.
  • Engage with pupils and see the school community in action.
  • Take a guided tour of the school, helping you picture yourself there.
  • Test out your commute to ensure it works for your personal commitments.
  • Deliver a short lesson, gaining first-hand experience and valuable feedback. Don't worry -  you’ll know the subject, lesson title, learning objective and age range you’ll be working with beforehand, so you can plan accordingly.

This face-to-face approach gives you the chance to make a fully informed decision about whether the school – and Teach West London – is the right fit for you. It’s a chance to challenge yourself, reflect on your teaching ambitions, and take your first steps towards a fulfilling career in the classroom.

Recommendations for candidates

To prepare effectively for the Selection day:

  1. Utilise available resources: watch our video below (or view the transcript here) and use our ‘preparing for your interview lesson’ guide here.
  2. Practice lesson delivery and seek feedback: rehearse your lesson with friends and or family to ensure clarity, engagement and time management. Ask them for feedback, reflect and make improvements prior to your selection day.
  3. A supportive environment: our team is here to support you every step of the way. Don’t hesitate to reach out if you need clarification or guidance as you prepare for Selection Day (email:itt@teachwestlondon.org.uk or call 0203 301 3180 between Monday to Friday, 9:00–16:30).

Feedback: After your lesson, you’ll receive feedback. This feedback is a valuable part of your growth and will help you prepare for your training year. We'll also send you a feedback form so you can share your own experience. Thank you in advance for informing us and other future applicants.

Selection Day feedback

Trainee feedback

At Teach West London, we don’t just train teachers – we develop confident, classroom-ready professionals through our fully immersive, school-based training programme. From day one, you’ll be embedded in a school environment, learning alongside expert teachers in your chosen school community.

You will also be training at one of our two training centres, Ada Lovelace CofE High School or Ealing Fields High School, which are both part of the top-performing multi academy trust (MAT) in the country - Twyford CofE Academies Trust.

Throughout your training and beyond, you'll get comprehensive support to successfully train and thrive as a new teacher, with mentors, pastoral support (wellbeing) and access to a network of opportunities to develop throughout your career within the teaching school hub - from trainee through to school leader.

We’re here to support you every step of the way. Keep an eye on your inbox for important updates and don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions.

Questions? Contact our team at ITT@teachwestlondon.org.uk.

Speak to us directly – Call the office Monday to Friday, 9:00-16:30 on  0203-301-3180

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We can’t wait to see you thrive at Teach West London!