This is a one-stop shop for finding and obtaining the teaching job for you, whether a trainee or looking for headship in primary and secondary schools. Many teachers strive to work in a particular type of school, a precise location or a specific post. Once such parameters have been set, obtaining your dream job can be extremely competitive. This guide to finding the right school, perfecting your application and polishing your interview technique will empower teachers at all stages of their career to gain an advantage in a competitive environment. "Get That Teaching Job!" includes: time-saving guidance on where to hunt for jobs; role-specific advice on developing a letter of application and preparing for interview; a comprehensive list of interview questions and advice on what the interviewers are looking for; and, techniques and tips for reflecting on, and building on the experience. Although the book contains template CVs, model answers and reflective questions, this book will help you to stamp your own personality on every application you make throughout your teaching career to help you to stand out from the crowd.
How to use this book; Introduction; Setting options matrix; Section One: General Advice for Job Hunters; 1. What type of school do you want to work in?; 2. Where to look for jobs; 3. How to structure your application; 4. How strong is your application?; 5. What interview tasks could you face?; 6. What should you expect in an interview?; 7. How to present yourself on interview day; Section Two: Choosing the Position for You; 8. Becoming a classroom teacher; 9. Becoming a middle leader; 10. Becoming a senior leader; Section Three: Reflecting on Your Application and Interview; 12. Reviewing your performance and building on the experience; 13. Making best use of supply work; 14. More advanced preparation and training - building your profile; Further reading and useful websites; Templates; Index.
