Deciding to become a teacher is probably one of the hardest and strangest decisions that I ever had to make. I did my degree in Illustration , and although challenging and enjoyable, there seemed no logical career path that I should take when the course ended. I don't think people should decide to choose teacher as a 'last resort' although many do, you will be severely dissappointed with the experience. Just because you haven't managed to get a job in your chosen field, doesn't mean you'll be a great teacher. Also, don't think that because the government are paying you to do the course is a reason to do it either. Its bloody hard work - probably ...  Read the complete review

I was on the primary pgce scitt course. The materials were fabulous, and the study weeks at the university had interesting topics presented by quality speakers. The food and accomodation was good and it provided a good opportunity to network with other students. The concept behind the course is also good - spend all your time in a school, learning on the job and you'll be a far better teacher at the end of it and more experienced so more able to get a job. However, I was the only student placed in the school I was at and found this isolating. When I felt the school were unsupportive and treating me unfairly, the university took the school's side as they didn't want .  Read the complete review

I'm in the middle of a college inspection and on the verge of hysteria. I find myself laughing uncontollably when someone says "Good Morning." So I thought now would be a good time to share my early teaching days with you. After spending a week with straight laced people- with clip boards watching me teach, tripping up over plants which are springing up all over college to impress our bespectacled friends and living on coffee as a food group- I'm now going to re-trace my steps: "How Did I Get Here?" Screen goes blurry- FLASHBACK TIME..... THOSE THAT CAN'T ...TEACH ========================== Like many people I ...  Read the complete review

In line with my recent spate of controversial opinions I am going to do something radical. I am going to challenge the assertion that teaching is one of the most stressful professions that can be followed. I am going to challenge, at the same time, the status quo and argue where teaching as a profession is failing and suggest why. In doing that please do not take offence at what I say, to a degree I am playing devil's advocate although what I say is my opinion, even though that opinion may be held in ignorance. This opinion may just provide some food for thought to those contemplating taking a teacher training course. If read by the powers that be it may ...  Read the complete review

Job decription: This position requires you to work long hours for an average salary. You will work overtime at a moments notice for no extra money. You may well be subject to verbal or physical abuse which you will not retaliate against. You will have large amounts of pressure heaped on you with very little concern for your physical or emotional state. You will approach your job with a cheery disposition and treat all your clients (pupils) with far more respect than you will ever get from them. Only the insane or highly dedicated need apply… OK so this is a little over the top…but not much! I sat to write this "advice" after a rubbish ...  Read the complete review