It Takes a Village: The Crucial Role of Support Staff Posted on 4 October 2024 by Ashleigh Kent-Teach in General It really does 'take a village' to nurture and care for our young people. School's are full of amazing individuals who help grow and shape our young people in so many ways. Find out more about their impact by reading on. Read More...
Book Review - The Teacher Gap Posted on 29 September 2024 by Nikita Ponnappah and edited by Ashleigh Kent-Teach in Schools | Wellbeing It was fascinating to find out how real-life teachers actually felt about the profession and what the key triggers were for wanting to leave long-term. The recruitment process to replace a good quality teacher is expensive, time consuming and disruptive for the pupils therefore it’s really important to understand where school leaders may be going wrong. Read More...
Thank a TA and Support Staff Competition Terms and Conditions Posted on 27 September 2024 by Ashleigh Kent-Teach in General For National Thank a Teaching Assistant Day this year, we’re asking you to nominate a special teaching assistant or support staff member from a Kent school, and they could win a £10 Prezzee gift card! PLUS, everyone that makes a nomination will be entered into a raffle for a chance to win their own £10 Prezzee e-gift card! Read More...
Running an Extra-Curricular Club Posted on 25 September 2024 by Ashleigh Briggs in General | Schools Running an Extra-Curricular ClubPart of the teaching standards section 8 is to “Fulfil wider profess Read More...
Discover the Best Places to Cycle in Kent: Join the Ride for Cycle-to-School Week! Posted on 22 September 2024 by Admin in General | Wellbeing As Cycle-to-School Week rolls in, it is time to dust off your bikes and get ready for a fantastic week! Read More...
Building Positive Relationships with Parents Posted on 16 September 2024 by Scarlett Crittall in General | Schools As the new year begins, it is important to consider the vital role parents play and how teachers and parents can work together to better their children's education. Read More...
Top Tips for Staff Wellbeing Posted on 13 September 2024 by Alison Waterhouse, Circles for Learning in Schools | Wellbeing Start the school year by considering how you can support positive wellbeing in your school. Positive wellbeing is when individuals have the psychological, physical or social skills to manage the challenges being asked. Read our latest article for practical tips for schools can support positive wellbeing for their staff. Read More...
Discover Leeds Castle: How a School Trip to Leeds Castle Can Transform Student Learning Posted on 11 September 2024 by Admin in General | Schools Leeds Castle offers a unique and enriching experience that turns a school trip into a profound learning adventure. Read More...
How Volunteering Makes You More Employable Posted on 9 September 2024 by Scarlett Crittall in Career | General How Volunteering Makes You More EmployableVolunteering is often seen as a noble way to give back to Read More...
10 Top Tips for Applying for a Headship Posted on 6 September 2024 by Rebecca Kent-Teach in Career | General Are you looking at applying for a headship? We spoke to HR Advisory, who support in appointing headteachers, and they gave us their 10 top tips that will make your application stronger. Read More...