Careers

Wednesday

2nd Jul 2025

It’s never too early: teaching careers to primary pupils
A multi-academy trust primary director explains how integrating careers insights into its curriculum is helping young learners to consider their future
Young child as astronaut

Tuesday

1st Jul 2025

Entrepreneurship should be part of the curriculum
The founder of GEMS Education explains why a world of rapid change needs risk-takers – and how his schools are preparing young people for the future
Hand drawn lightbulb on blackboard

Thursday

19th Jun 2025

Teacher resignation dates 2025-26
Thinking about a new job? Here is our guide to teacher and headteacher resignation dates – and a timeline of what you should be doing and when
Throwing in the towel

Wednesday

18th Jun 2025

Why everyone should think about headship
As cohorts in Year 6, 11 and beyond prepare to pull on their leavers’ hoodies this summer, Kulvarn Atwal reflects on the joys of being a head
Child excited talking to teacher

Wednesday

4th Jun 2025

3 benefits of reverse mentoring
A department head explains why experienced leaders should not overlook the skills and aptitudes of younger staff – if they’re willing to learn a thing or two
reverse mentoring

Wednesday

28th May 2025

Why values-based hiring is just as important for support staff
A school business manager says hiring great support staff requires the same skill, effort and time as great teachers – yet too often is overlooked in its importance
Why values-based hiring is just as important for support staff

Wednesday

21st May 2025

5 tips for international teachers to get a job back home
Securing a teaching job in the UK isn’t always easy when you’ve spent time working overseas. But experienced head Rob Ford has some helpful advice
international teachers keep connected

Tuesday

20th May 2025

Using a global schools network to boost university interview skills
Drawing on subject experts from schools in 25 countries, International Schools Partnership has set up a global support programme to prepare students for interviews at top universities
Cast net Interview skills

Friday

9th May 2025

Targeted pay offers would solve teacher shortage woes
The government must use financial incentives to address the lack of teachers in key subjects, says Labour MP and Commons Education Select Committee member Mark Sewards
Girl in physics class

Wednesday

7th May 2025

Being a headteacher is hard but it brings joy like no other job
Amid reports that fewer teachers are interested in headship, a long-serving head explains why, despite the difficulties, it’s still an incredible role that she loves every day
Being a headteacher is hard - but brings a joy like no other job

Thursday

1st May 2025

Why classroom experience is being seen as a cost, not a value
An experienced teacher questions whether budget cuts are forcing schools and trusts to overlook the value of teachers with years of classroom know-how
Why classroom experience is being seen as a cost, not a value

Wednesday

30th Apr 2025

4 red flags when applying for an international school job
The idea of teaching overseas can be exciting, but there are some signs you should watch out for to make sure you choose the right school for you, says this long-standing headteacher
4 red flags when applying for an international school job