Stories about returning to teaching

Getting back into the classroom

Jill Mundy, maths teacher
After 15 years away from teaching, Jill Mundy decided that it was time to revisit her first passion and re-enter the teaching profession. Read Jill's story on how it was possible to return to the classroom with the support of the Return to Teaching Adviser service.
Read Jill's story

Top tips for returning teachers

Image of school childrenHelen Watkins, part-time teacher
After taking over a decade out to focus on her family, Helen Watkins started looking to return to teaching on a part-time basis. Here, she shares her top tips for getting through the job application process as a returning teacher.
Read Helen's tips

Upcoming events

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Train to Teach Milton Keynes virtual event

26 January 2021 - 17:00

Milton Keynes

This event, for anyone interested in training to teach in Milton Keynes, will give you the chance to ask experts about your teacher training options and what it’s like to teach.

Train to Teach Stoke virtual event

27 January 2021 - 17:00

Stoke

This event, for anyone interested in training to teach in Stoke, will give you the chance to ask experts about your teacher training options and what it’s like to teach.

Train to Teach Blackpool virtual event

28 January 2021 - 17:00

Blackpool

This event, for anyone interested in training to teach in Blackpool, will give you the chance to ask experts about your teacher training options and what it’s like to teach.

Train to Teach London virtual event

30 January 2021 - 10:00

London

This event, for anyone interested in training to teach in London, will give you the chance to ask experts about your teacher training options and what it’s like to teach.