“It's all about convincing them that you've got what they're looking for. It's not just about telling them how wonderful you are in very broad terms.” Steve Hardy - Education Consultant on behalf of @NASUWT, The Teachers Union
Remember to: - Check your application for typos - Address any gaps in your CV - Ask references before giving them - Print off your application - check the formatting - Send it to the correct department or person
Check your online presence. It can be easy to forget when uploading to social media, who can see what you are sharing. If you have low privacy settings, images, videos and even status' you post may appear on Google. https://t.co/srWqPl1PaX
Remember, social media can also work as a positive when job searching. You could link to your LinkedIn profile on your application – this will help employers see who you are in a professional manner. This allows you to build a positive online
“Education remains the third-highest growth area on LinkedIn in terms of new members joining. There are lots of headteachers recruiting via LinkedIn.” Sarah Morrison – Managing Director at @ElementaUK
And relax... Once the application has been sent, try not to focus too much on whether you will get an interview. If you are unsuccessful, it may be worth asking for feedback from the school – politely and professionally.
Teacher recruitment runs on a unique timescale. As a trainee teacher, you need to know how it works. To help you understand this, check out these tips from Marjon TEP and their friends at NASUWT, Elementa UK and South Dartmoor Community College
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Our second year BA (Hons) Youth and Community Work students have been doing their bit for the community ❤ The class were tasked with developing and managing their own community projects. In total, the projects raised over £300 for the chosen
Our second year BA (Hons) Youth and Community Work students have been working hard to do their bit for the community ❤ The class were tasked with developing and managing their own community projects. This year, this included a charity walk raising
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