The University of Worcester, one of the UK's top teacher training providers, has welcomed the Government's decision to increase teacher pay.

The Chancellor's latest announcement will see starting salaries for qualified teachers rise to a minimum of £31,650, and more than £37,000 in London.

Catriona Robinson, head of the University’s Institute of Education, said: "There is a desperate shortage of teachers in our nation’s classrooms.

"This announcement will undoubtedly have a positive impact on recruitment and on retention of existing teachers."

Her sentiments correspond with actions taken by the University earlier this month when it created an additional 100 places for potential teachers following the Education Secretary's vow to boost teacher recruitment.

This expansion has created opportunities in Worcester's one-year Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE), which includes Primary, Secondary, and Further Education, and on the University's undergraduate primary teaching course.

Aspiring teachers could qualify for a bursary of up to £28,000 depending on their choice of subject matter.

The University Of Worcester, initially founded as a teacher training college in 1946, has helped educate countless teachers who now work globally.

It received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted in May 2023.

For those interested in teacher training, information is available by emailing study@worc.ac.uk or visiting https://www.worc.ac.uk/campaigns/train-to-teach-worcester.