NASBTT is a registered charity which represents the interests of schools-led teacher training provision in relation to the development and implementation of national policy developments.
Our Members include School Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) providers, Teaching School Hubs, Higher Education Institutions involved in schools-led teacher training and a range of other organisations engaged in the education and professional development of teachers. Our membership includes 100% of the SCITT sector, representing over 10,000 individual trainees and their mentors.
NASBTT is the voice of schools-led initial teacher training and represents our Members’ interests, ensuring that sector views are shared and help to inform future policy decisions. Our representation and advocacy work is informed by consultation with our Members and key priorities for the sector which have included the market review/future of school-based ITT, curriculum design and assessment, ITTECF, mentoring, subject knowledge enhancement, mental health and wellbeing, diversity and inclusion and SEND. Find out more about NASBTT here.
MEMBER BENEFITS
NASBTT membership includes access to a wide range of benefits and resources:
- Sector representation in relation to the development and implementation of national policy
- Opportunities to discuss and share feedback on sector relevant issues
- Opportunities to engage and collaborate with other Members
- Engagement with relevant stakeholders for updates and information
Tailored Member communications
Tailored communications contain relevant timely sector news and updates
- ITT News feed
- Weekly Members' ITT News Update
- Monthly Members' Newsletter
Events, training and CPD
- Member rates for events and training*
- Tailored CPD*
- Free termly Espresso Events focussing on key topical issues
- Termly networking forums on key areas
Tailored content and resources
- Publications, guidance, templates and exemplars to support the delivery of high-quality Initial Teacher Training
- Toolkits offering flexible support to providers in the areas of SEND, Subject Knowledge and Curriculum Design and Assessment
- Curated resource library of key ITT guidance, documents and frameworks
- Provider-friendly video resources to support Intensive Training and Practice (ITaP)
- Tailored resources on key areas including SEND, Visa Guidance, and Apprenticeships
- On demand videos in concise and easily digestible segments designed to address key topics and enhance skills
- Teacher Educator and Mentoring Zone - Mentoring and Subject Resources designed to support the professional learning and development of Teacher Educators and Mentors
- ITT Podcasts - focussing on a range of key topical issues
Wider services
- Mentor Development Modules* - a flexible suite of training resources to support mentor development in response to the 2024 mentoring requirements
- Video Resource Bank* - designed for use in training and development programmes; edited purposefully, videos include optional pause points and suggested reflection questions to support learning
- UK ENIC membership* - supporting providers to access the equivalence of overseas qualifications
- Occupational health guidance and services*
- Trainee Resources* (previously Subject Development Resources) - subject and specialist resources, on demand videos, curated resources and live sessions to support trainee development in their subject and key areas
- Elevate My Maths (NASBTT EMM) - online diagnostic assessment and upgrading modules* for applicants and trainees
- NASBTT Learn* – online CPD packages to support and enhance Members’ training offer for trainees, ECTs and staff (special rates for NASBTT Members)
- Mosaic platform for ITT* - a comprehensive suite of easy-to-use tools that are specifically designed to support the running of ITT programmes for trainees and mentors (special rates for NASBTT Members)
- CENTURY* - online fundamental English and maths assessment and subject knowledge development for trainees
- Essential Guides for Early Career Teachers* - book series - edited by Emma Hollis, NASBTT CEO
- Advertisements - the opportunity to advertise vacancies and promote relevant products, services and offering
- Offers and discounts exclusively for NASBTT Members
Support
- Personalised support, advice and guidance from the NASBTT Team
- Bespoke Member support
- ITT Criteria Compliance Check*
- Private Members' Facebook Group - a dedicated space for Members to ask questions, share insights and best practice, network and support each other
- Legal advice and support**
- Directories - details of individuals who offer a range of support services
* Please be aware that additional charges may apply.
** NASBTT can seek legal advice on behalf of its Members, including an initial half hour consultation funded by NASBTT. A charge does have to be made for this service which is dependent on the extent to which the individual advice is of relevance to the wider membership. The speed at which this advice can be obtained depends on the level of investigation required. Please contact the Member Relationships Manager should you require NASBTT to seek legal advice on your behalf.
Am truly grateful to the NASBTT team who are all so warm, knowledgeable and supportive, I have learnt so much and been given huge confidence by NASBTT.
Kelly Richens, Basingstoke Alliance SCITT
I feel confident knowing that I can always get in touch with NASBTT for advice and guidance if needed. A brilliant organisation!
Raz Rahman, SCITTELS
MEMBERSHIP FEES
BECOME A NASBTT MEMBER
To become a NASBTT Member, complete the Registration Form.
QUESTIONS
If you have any questions regarding NASBTT membership, please contact our Member Relationships Manager, Alison Hobson.
