The Importance of Sport in Primary Schools Posted on 8 June 2023 by Alex, PE Teacher, for Kent-Teach in Career | Wellbeing The importance of sport within schools has been a hot topic of conversation within education for years. In this article Alex, a primary school teacher in Kent, shares his thoughts with us on why physical education is so important for children and young people. Read More...
A Complete Guide to Studying a Diploma in Education and Training Posted on 9 May 2023 by Rachel Nelligan, Teacher Training UK in Career There are a number of routes into teaching but one route you may not have heard of is the Diploma in Education and Training. The Diploma in Education is fast becoming a popular way to become a teacher as you do not need to be a graduate to undertake the qualification. In this blog Teacher Training UK explores the Diploma in Education and Training qualification and how to decide if this teacher training route is right for you. Read More...
5 Tips to Address Gaps in Your Employment History Posted on 20 April 2023 by Becky Duncan, Kent-Teach in Career Unexplained gaps in your employment history can raise red flags with schools, so it is very important to address any breaks in your employment history in your job application. Gaps in your work history don’t have to be a barrier in you finding work if you follow these 5 tips for addressing gaps in your employment history. Read More...
National School Governors Awareness Day Posted on 28 February 2023 by Becky Duncan and Hazel Groves in Career National School Governors Awareness Day is a day to raise awareness of the hard work and dedication that school governors provide to schools and to recognise the fantastic contribution they make to improving the lives of children and young people. Find out more about becoming a school governor in this blog post. Read More...
10 Reasons to Start a Career in Teaching in 2024 Posted on 8 January 2023 by Becky Duncan, Kent-Teach in Career If you are thinking of changing career in 2023 have you thought about becoming a teacher? Here are 10 reasons why you should become a teacher and change your life for the better. Read More...
14 Time Saving Tips for Planning and Marking Posted on 3 November 2022 by Jess Barnes in Career Many teachers feel like they don’t have a life during term time with the endless amount of planning and marking. Here we have gathered some tips to help you manage your workload and take back your evenings. Read More...
Recruitment Checks on School Staff - Everything You Need to Know Posted on 3 October 2022 by Becky Duncan, Kent-Teach in Career When you apply for a job in a school you will be subject to a number of additional recruitment checks which you would not normally be required to undergo in other sectors. In this blog we explain what these checks are and why they are carried out to help you understand the recruitment process better. Read More...
6 Reasons to Become a Science, Technology, Engineering or Maths Teacher Posted on 19 September 2022 by Becky, Kent-Teach in Career There is no more important job than that of a teacher and a teacher of STEM subjects is truly shaping the next generation and inspiring young people to take on careers that could change the world. Here are our 6 top reasons to become a Science, Technology, Engineering or Maths teacher: Read More...
8 Ways to Cope With Feeling Overwhelmed Now the School Year Has Begun Posted on 16 September 2022 by Jess Barnes Kent-Teach in Career | Wellbeing We are a few weeks into the start of this academic year and while this brings the prospect of new beginnings, new dreams and desires, excitement and adventure it can also be one of the most overwhelming times for teachers. Here are our 8 ways to help yourself cope with the stresses of the start of term. Read More...
Tips To Deal With Exam Results Stress Posted on 1 August 2022 by Louis Boreham Kent-Teach in Career | Wellbeing Results day is almost round the corner, stress, nerves and worry can start to kick in. It is completely normal and it happens to almost everyone. Here are our tips to help with anxiety and stress leading up to results day and on how to manage any disappointments on the day itself. Read More...