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...
Is Your CPD Ready for September? Posted on 18 July 2022 by Becky, Kent-Teach in Career | Schools Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is a combination of approaches, ideas and techniques that will help an individual manage their own career journey, maintain competency in their profession, address any skill gaps, and allows the employee to pursue an area of interest. In this blog we explore ways that teachers and support staff can address their continuing professional development requirements for free. Read More...
Bursaries and Scholarships Available to Teach STEM Subjects Posted on 16 June 2022 by Becky, Kent-Teach in Career If you have been inspired by our latest campaign Inspiration Sparkers to become a STEM Teacher, then you may be wondering about what financial help there is available to enter the teaching profession. In this blog we outline the bursaries and scholarships that you can apply for, to help your teaching dream become a reality. Read More...
Inspiration Sparkers Has Launched! Posted on 9 June 2022 by Becky - Kent-Teach in Career | General | Schools We have launched our new competition – Inspiration Sparkers – to celebrate just some of the great teaching talent we have in Kent and to inspire the next generation of STEM Talent. Enter our fantastic competition to be in with a chance of designing your own fireworks display to be held at your school! Read More...
4 Self-Care Tips for When You're Feeling Burnout Posted on 30 May 2022 by Louis Boreham Kent-Teach in Career | Schools | Wellbeing If you’re struggling to stay on top of things at the moment, then you’re not alone. It’s important not to keep it to yourself though and just hope that things get better. Open up about how you’re feeling to your colleagues, or a friend. Not only is it good to talk about things, but it could give you some perspective and they might be able to offer some helpful advice or support. Read More...
The Return to Teaching Myth Posted on 26 May 2022 by Lisa Holden - Guest Blog in Career | Schools The ‘myth’ that you cannot teach if you have too many years between qualifying and teaching in the classroom appears to be widespread. But the truth is, you can return to teaching after a career break and here is how... Read More...