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Registration for our Teacher Assistant training course is now open! Explore career opportunities in education and gain the necessary skills for starting or advancing in your career. #TeacherAssistantTraining #EducationCareer #CareerOpportunities #TeacherTraining #CareerDevelopment #ProfessionalGrowth #DorcasInternational

If you’re going to be a trainee teacher in September, and you’re unsure what to get to help you stay organised, this is the video for you! We have two options this year that you can choose from so that your Teacher Planner can work for you to keep you organised. #teachertraining #traineeteacher #studentteacher #studentteacherlife

Ever wondered what it's like behind the classroom door? 🚪👀 A teaching assistant role is more than just a supporting act; it's a front-row seat to the day-to-day realities of teaching. From lesson planning to managing diverse learning needs, it's a window into the world that shapes our future generations. Here's the real deal: ✅ You're in the mix, seeing firsthand how teachers adapt to different learning styles. ✅ You witness the juggle of administrative tasks alongside delivering engaging lessons. ✅ You're part of the team, learning how to maintain that delicate balance of discipline and care. It's not just about assisting; it's about understanding the heartbeat of the classroom. You see the triumphs, the challenges, and yes, even the occasional chaos. But through it all, you gain invaluable insights that can shape your own teaching journey. And here's where we come in. At Step Into Teaching, we bridge the gap between theory and practice. Our programme is designed to give you that all-important experience while you earn. You'll be part of a community that's invested in learning, growing, and ultimately, teaching. Ready to step into the classroom and see for yourself? Visit stepintoteaching.co.uk and let's start this journey together. #TeachingAssistant #ClassroomInsights #StepIntoTeaching

When I began my journey in teaching, I had countless questions about classroom management, lesson planning, and navigating the world of PGCE placements. I often found myself wishing I had a guide to help me through the uncertainties of being a new teacher. Today, I’m proud to say that I can be that support for others. Teaching is a rewarding career, but let’s face it—starting out can feel overwhelming. There’s so much to learn, so many questions to ask, and a constant balancing act between being prepared and finding your own unique style. That’s where I come in. Through my experiences as both a PE teacher and now a senior lecturer, I’ve learned that asking for guidance and support is key to success. I’m committed to being that guide for beginning and trainee teachers—sharing tips, answering questions, and offering insights from my own journey. That’s why I’ve created a new YouTube video specifically for aspiring teachers, where I answer the most common questions I’ve received about PGCE placements and teacher training from my trainee teachers. If you're preparing for your PGCE placement or are just starting out as a teacher, I invite you to check out my latest video and get some practical advice in a non-judgemental casual setting. What's the biggest question you have about starting your teaching career? Let me know in the comments, and I’ll do my best to answer it in the next video! https://lnkd.in/eW4KMn7c

From dependent to independent. Just finished another Trinity CertTESOL course with a group of trainee teachers. They all passed 🍾 and can now look for teaching jobs in the UK and elsewhere. When reflecting on the 5-week course, what seemed to work particularly well was how we scaffolded the lesson planning process. ✔ At the beginning, they needed to be taken through their lesson plans step-by-step. ✔ As the course progressed, they all become more independent planners, although some required more assistance and validation of their plans and activities than others. ✔ By the end of the course, most of them just needed me to have a quick look at their plans. All I had to do was make a few minor suggestions. Working on an intensive training course with adults always reminds me of one of Malcolm Knowles's principles of adult learning: 'An essential aspect of maturing is developing the ability to take increasing responsibility for our own lives – to become increasingly self-directed' (Knowles 1975: 15). Or, to put it another way, the whole point of scaffolding is that you remove it at some point. #tefl #teachenglish #training

Time to Level 🆙 Once you start with our Assessment Only route to QTS, the journey takes you across a well-structured 12-week process with you earning your stripes as a fully qualified teacher in just a few short months. Learn more about the eligibility criteria: https://lnkd.in/ek3g_HVh ⏳

Teaching can be both a job and a duty. Job: As a job, teaching means you get paid, follow certain rules, and work in a school or other place of learning. Responsibility: Teaching also means you have the duty to help young people learn, grow, and become better people. You guide their future and help build a better society. Often, teaching is a mix of both—a paid job and a duty to help students learn and succeed.

If you're starting your teacher training, this video is a MUST-WATCH to find out those key essential tips to kick off your training on the right foot! 👣 This video covers ways you can work on setting boundaries and building relationships. Watch it here: https://lnkd.in/ehb_cZmC #teacher #teachertraining #school

Classes in our Pre-Employment programme are small. But what does that mean for our learners? 👍 More personal time with your tutor - we get to know you better, and so are in a position to support you, identify and address difficulties and offer advice as you learn with us. 👍 Stronger relationships with your classmates and tutors, which creates a supportive and encouraging learning environment. 👍 More chances to get involved in the class, collaborate, share your opinions, ask questions and be heard. 👍 A calmer, more spacious environment - meaning less of the stress and anxiety associated with larger class sizes. Image taken in our centre in Grays. #CentralTrainingGrays #PreEmploymentProgramme #SmallClasses #SmallerClasses #PersonalisedTuition #EssexMums #Grays

Interested in joining the education sector? Not sure where to begin? At Hays we offer a fantastic training programme called the 'Teaching Assistant Masterclass' to our entry level Teaching Assistants to support them in their development and confidence within the classroom. The four modules cover topics including: • Expectations of a Teaching Assistant • Identifying SEMH student needs and behaviour triggers • Maslow’s hierarchy of needs • ABC approach • Negative Automatic Thoughts (NATs) • Unconditional positive regard • Supporting children with self regulation • Consequences for behaviour and restorative practice • Definition of an intervention and waves of provision • What is SEN and the four broad areas of need • What does a good intervention look like? • How to avoid ineffective practice in interventions • Documenting interventions • Understanding each individual pupil and their background and how this may influence their learning • Transferring learning from intervention to classroom Interested in finding out more? Contact me on the below details! ✉️ Abigail.Medland@hays.com 📞 07514313534 #onlinetraining #education #progressyourcareer #teachingassistant