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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Virtual Train to Teach Peterborough event

04 November 2020 - 16:30

Peterborough

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

Virtual Train to Teach Exeter event

05 November 2020 - 16:30

Exeter

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

Virtual Train to Teach Liverpool event

10 November 2020 - 16:30

Liverpool

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

Virtual Train to Teach Bristol event

11 November 2020 - 16:30

Bristol

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