My name is Sophie, and I am 24 years old. In September of this year, I embarked on my journey with BBSCITT to train as a primary school teacher.
Prior to entering the field of education, I worked in management; however, I soon realised that this path was not the right fit for me. As a result, I transitioned to a role as a one-to-one Teaching Assistant at the beginning of 2025. With the encouragement of a supportive headteacher, I made the decision to take the leap and apply for teacher training.
During the first half term of my course, I have had the privilege of working in a Year 6 class, where I am guided by an exceptionally supportive mentor and an encouraging team. In addition, I have been able to connect with fellow trainees and participate in subject-specific training days and professional studies, all of which have provided me with invaluable support and development.
I have already had the opportunity to teach lessons independently across five different subjects, and I am thoroughly enjoying the challenges this course presents. The most rewarding aspect so far has been witnessing the growth of students and knowing that I am contributing to their learning while building meaningful relationships with them.
I am excited for the remainder of the year and eager to continue learning from everything that the SCITT programme has to offer.
