Get Into Teaching Blog

Real teachers talk about their experiences, and our experts give tips on how to get into initial teacher training.

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Get Into Teaching Blog

Real teachers talk about their experiences, and our experts give tips on how to get into initial teacher training.

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1. Getting ready to apply - 9 things you can do now

   Published 7 September 2022

   By Get Into Teaching

   

   Applications for teacher training courses starting in 2023 open on 11 October, but there is plenty you can be doing right now to get ready.

   1. becoming a teacher
   2. teacher training advisers
   3. get into teaching events
   4. applications
   5. references

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2. From the army to teacher training

   Published 1 August 2022

   By David Payling

   

   David Payling talks about his journey from the army and into teacher training using the help of a teacher training adviser.

   1. career change to teaching
   2. veterans

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3. Product engineer turned science teacher

   Published 18 July 2022

   By Chris Wallis

   

   Chris Wallis talks about his career change from a product engineer to a science teacher, and how he uses his engineering skills and experience in the classroom.

   1. becoming a teacher
   2. career change to teaching

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4. 9 tips to help you apply for teacher training

   Published 17 May 2022

   By Get Into Teaching

   

   From effective preparation to submitting your application, we’ve broken down the whole process of getting into teaching into manageable steps.

   1. teacher training advisers
   2. personal statements
   3. qualifications
   4. applications

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5. My move from Canada to teach in England

   Published 9 May 2022

   By Brooke Harvey

   

   Find out what made Canadian Brooke Harvey want to move to teach in England. Explore her advice for overseas teachers, and the benefits of teaching in England.

   1. life as a teacher
   2. international

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6. The Head of Science inspiring students in Blackpool

   Published 9 February 2022

   By Jessica Walmsley

   

   Head of Science Jessica Walmsley shares how she brings her passion for science into her Blackpool classroom and why she decided to become a teacher.

   1. life as a teacher

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7. My career change to teaching

   Published 3 February 2022

   By Ian Wallace

   

   Ian Wallace had always wanted to be a teacher but didn’t feel ready when he finished university. After several different jobs and careers he finally took the plunge and hasn’t looked back.

   1. becoming a teacher
   2. career change to teaching

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8. The fellowship of teachers

   Published 10 January 2022

   By Mike Halton and Phil Young

   

   Fellow teachers Mike Halton and Phil Young describe the friendships and fun they have outside of the classroom.

   1. life as a teacher
   2. becoming a teacher
   3. support

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9. 7 things to include in your teacher training application

   Published 16 December 2021

   By Juliet Fern, Mieka Harris and Kate Hudson-Glynn

   

   Juliet Fern, Mieka Harris and Kate Hudson-Glynn from the University of Bedfordshire share seven key things to include in your teacher training application.

   1. applications
   2. becoming a teacher
   3. teacher training
   4. personal statements

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10. 11 top tips for interview success

    Published 6 December 2021

    By Caroline Downing

    

    Thorough preparation can make or break a successful interview. Here are my simple top eleven winning tips for securing that Initial Teacher Training place.

    1. becoming a teacher
    2. applications

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