Getting school experience
School experience is a vital part of your application and the majority of training providers require you to have it. Getting some classroom experience can also help you to decide whether teaching is right for you. It will strengthen your application and prepare you for potential interviews.
We can help you gain school experience through our School Experience Programme (SEP). There are hundreds of schools across the country participating, so you should be able to find an opportunity local to you.
During your placement you’ll have the opportunity to:
- talk to teachers about day-to-day school life
- observe teaching and pastoral work
- watch a range of lessons and age groups being taught
All of this will give you valuable insight and a great focus point for your application and interviews. As part of your placement, a Disclosure and Barring Service check may be required – this will be organised by the school.
How to take part
The School Experience Programme is currently being upgraded. In the meantime, you may want to look into arranging your own school experience – read our tips on finding school experience independently. If you have any further queries, please contact the Get into Teaching Line on 0800 085 0962.
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