Why It’s A Great Time to Return to Teaching

22 November 2021

Are you thinking about return to teaching? A lot of teachers take breaks from the classroom in their career. Whether it be to raise a family, or to try another career. But this doesn’t mean that the door to teaching is closed. The current demand for teachers and teaching assistants is greater than ever. And […]

Alternative Provision: What You Need to Know

09 October 2021

What is alternative provision? Alternative provision (AP), is the term for education outside of the school setting. Sometimes pupils are unable to attend school, whether it be for behavioural, health or other reasons. But it’s still important that these pupils continue to receive an education. Therefore, AP focuses on a child’s needs and interests in […]

4 Reasons to Choose Supply Teaching

15 September 2021

Supply teaching is a great way to fit teaching around your other commitments. Or maybe you’re new to teaching and want to experience a number of different environments before committing to a permanent role. There are many reasons to choose to be a supply teacher. Our team share their top 4. Flexibility If you are […]

4 Tips for Supply Teaching in a New School

18 August 2021

Whether you are supply teaching for one day or on a more long-term basis, we share our top tips to make your first day a great day! Get there early This may sound obvious but being early for a day of supply teaching is vital. Try to arrive before 8am if you can. It gives […]

Ways to Get Into Teaching

03 July 2021

There are lots of reasons to get into teaching. You can influence an entire generation. Helping children achieve their goals and get where they want to be has to be one of the most satisfying aspects of teaching. But what are the options available to you to start your journey into teaching? Which route is […]

A Day in the Life of a Cover Supervisor

02 June 2021

What exactly does a cover supervisor do? Could it be a good career choice for you? Becoming a cover supervisor is one of the most logical steps if you are currently a teaching assistant looking to further your career. But it’s also great for retired teachers who are looking for ad-hoc work too. Whatever your […]