Everything You Need to Know About References Posted on 28 March 2017 by Becky - Kent-Teach in Career References are an integral part of the recruitment process for obtaining a position in a school. In this article we explain the types of references you will need to provide on your application form and why the process differs from other employment sectors. Read More...
6 Ways to Support Autistic Children in the Classroom Posted on 27 March 2017 by Joe White - Assistant Headteacher in Career An understanding of autism is essential for any teacher or member of support staff which must be used to make school communities as inclusive as possible. Here are 6 ways you can support children with autism in your classroom. Read More...
10 things to do in Kent - April 2017 Posted on 24 March 2017 by Wing Shek - Kent-Teach in General Spring, finally. The flowers are out, the sun is out longer, you should be out too with these 10 things to do in April! Read More...
How do we explain terrorism to children? Posted on 23 March 2017 by Katerina Nicholaou - Kent-Teach Manager in General | Resources Terrorism is something as adults we can barely understand ourselves. How do we explain it to children? How do we educate them to make sense of such tragedies? Here are a few things you can do to help them understand... Read More...
Why I Park Run Posted on 23 March 2017 by Rebecca Taylor - Kent-Teach Advisor in Wellbeing Running is one of the best forms of exercise; it can make you happier, healthier and also counts as a form of meditation as both requires patience, determination, consistency, and practice. I keep myself motivated by attending weekly Park Runs organised by Park Run UK... Read More...
How to Research for an Interview at a School Posted on 22 March 2017 by Wing Shek - Kent-Teach in Career Research is crucial when it comes to interviews. Here are areas you should consider looking at before your interview with a school. Read More...
The Benefits of Reading Poetry - World Poetry Day Posted on 21 March 2017 by Tom Silver in Resources World Poetry Day is a chance to reflect and celebrate the benefits of reading and reciting poetry for children. In this blog we outline these benefits and provide handy resources for teachers to help their students get the most out of reading poetry. Read More...
What happens when Ofsted don't call? Posted on 17 March 2017 by Julia Skinner - Retired Headteacher in Schools In the present climate of inspection and judgement, you’d think being left off the list would be manna to a school, but what is it like when Ofsted don’t call?... Read More...
8 Ideas for Mother's Day Posted on 16 March 2017 by Rebecca Taylor - Kent-Teach Advisor in General Mother’s day falls on Sunday 26th March and is fast approaching. Are you struggling for ideas? Well here are 8 to help you make the day even more memorable by treating your mum to a fun day out... Read More...
What makes a good leader? Posted on 14 March 2017 by Julia Skinner - Retired Headteacher in Career It would seem that the business or enterprise really doesn’t matter because there are traits in the styles of leadership that can be found in all walks of life. Read More...