What Makes A Good Primary School Teacher? The role of a primary school teacher is varied and interesting – no two days are the same! Because of this there are many different skills and attributes that make a good primary school teacher. As a primary school teacher you’ll be responsible for planning and delivering lessons that are […]

Are you wondering whether it is possible to move between KS1 and KS2 Teaching? In short, the answer is yes. In fact, there are some advantages in gaining experience across different year groups. Here are some valuable tips for teachers wishing to move into a new year group. Moving between KS1 & KS2 teaching – what should you […]

How to be a Good Secondary School Teacher? There are lots of skills and qualities people require to be a good secondary school teacher. If this is a role that you think would suit you, you should consider whether you have the following skillset to ensure you will be the best teacher you can be. […]

What makes a good SEN teaching assistant? If you are thinking about becoming a Special Education Needs assistant, you may wish to consider the qualities that will help you succeed in the role. An SEN teaching assistant will help the class teacher with several duties, supporting those students with special needs to ensure that the class […]

How much are supply teachers paid? Supply teachers tend to be employed by agencies, not by the school directly or the local authority. This means that pay is handled differently and they aren’t covered by the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Documents (STPCD) for England and Wales. Because supply teachers tend to work for agencies […]

What qualifications do I need to work with special needs children? Working with children with special needs and learning difficulties can be a valuable and rewarding role. Many teachers spend a few years in the classroom before deciding they’d like to move into this area to provide support to children with learning difficulties. Others have […]

How can I become an SEN Teaching Assistant? A Special educational needs (SEN) teaching assistant’s role is to support pupils in the classroom who have special educational needs and disabilities. Many people qualify as classroom teachers or gain experience working with children in mainstream schools, then decide to specialise in working with children with special […]

Can I Work As An Unqualified Teacher? If you want to get into teaching but are not qualified to teach, you may be wondering whether there is a way of embarking on this career path without having to study at university. You may need more time or may not have the money required to apply […]

How Many Hours Does a Secondary School Teacher Work? If you are considering becoming a secondary school teacher, you will no doubt have weighed the pros and cons of doing so. One of the concerns for many people thinking about embarking on a career in teaching is the long hours they may be expected to work, […]

What Qualifications Do you Need to be a Primary School Teacher? Thinking of training to be a primary school teacher but don’t know what qualifications you need? There are more options and avenues to take to get the qualifications you need to become a primary school teacher than ever before. Free schools, academies and independent […]

How to go from Primary to Secondary Teaching If you are wondering how to transition from primary to secondary school teaching, here we explore the steps you’ll need to take to do so. Can a primary teacher teach at secondary school? Firstly, you may be wondering whether you can make the change from primary to a secondary school […]

The start of the school year can be both exciting and nerve wracking in equal measures. Whether you are a newly qualified teacher, or have had years of experience, feeling confident and prepared every time you step into the classroom will help you be the best teacher you can be. Teaching is a job that […]