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Getting ready for your first teaching interview can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. As an Early Career Teacher (ECT), you might be wondering what questions you’ll be asked or how you can leave a great impression. But don’t worry—we’ve got your back with expert tips that will help you walk into that interview room with confidence!
Working as a Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) teaching assistant is a rewarding and dynamic role that demands patience, creativity, and dedication. Every day brings new challenges and triumphs as SEND TAs work to support students with diverse needs, ensuring they receive the education and care they deserve.
For many people, the UK is the first port of call for international adventures. Because English is so extensively used in international business and entertainment, the total number of English speakers, including those who speak it as a second or foreign language, is estimated to be around 1.5 billion.
When discussing jobs where stress is an issue, you don’t get too far before teaching is mentioned. Needing to please students, parents, colleagues and leadership at every turn, it can feel like you are spinning plates, just waiting for them all to fall.
Being a successful cover supervisor requires a combination of organisation skills, clear communication, and flexibility.
Teaching assistants (TAs) are there to support any learning happening in the classroom. Most of the time, a TA will be active in their support for pupils during lesson time, but they will also be asked to undertake additional duties such as preparing a classroom – and therefore free up a teacher’s time. Teaching assistants may be also be employed to work with children with special educational needs (SEN) or with those with other specific needs.
It was back in 2016 when Amanda Spielman was appointed as Sir Michael Wilshaw’s successor as Ofsted’s Chief Inspector.
The UK is celebrated for its rich history, and London, as its iconic capital, offers a treasure trove of historical wonders. Whether you’re tracing ancient street names in the City or exploring famous film locations in the West End, there’s always something fascinating to do and discover.
It’s fair to say that London is not known for being inexpensive, but with a bit of thought and some comfortable walking shoes, you can definitely stick to your budget without compromising on the enjoyment levels.
Once you’ve established your base in the UK, you will quickly see that it opens a huge door to amazing cities, beautiful countryside, and a wide array of history close by.