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How to get that job!How to get that job!
Vicki SimpsonVicki Simpson
Head of GeographyHead of Geography
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Stages
Application packApplication form & letterInterview lessonInterview
Note to teachers This document was not created by Teachers TV but the author has allowed us to publish it here to be used for educational purposes
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Top tip!
Turnover for jobs in education are a lot quicker than industry if you see a job you fancy get the details – once you have all the facts then you can decide if you want to apply or not.
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Where to find out about jobs?
TESPaperWebsite www.jobs.tes.co.ukUpdated everyFriday
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What is a Head of Department looking for?
Can they teach in the classroom?Will they fit in in the department?What will they bring to the department?What will they bring to the school?
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Aims of a job application
To get selected for interviewTo influence the interview panel in your favour before they even set eyes on youNot to get sacked when you start the job – it must be honest!
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When you’ve received the application pack
Read through it thoroughly Research the schoolLook at the websiteRead the Ofsted reportLocal newspaper websites
Do you want to work there?
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You’ve decided to apply
Using the application packMake a list of what they are looking forWhat do they do that interests youMatch your skills to what they are wantingWhat can you offer them other candidates might not be able to
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Application forms
Photocopy & practiceOften need to be handwritten, if can complete electronically - doCheck your spellingsWrite in black
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CVOften not requiredShould be brief no more than 2 sidesMost recent events firstEmphasise relevant experience – not being a school prefect!Don’t just give job title – explain major responsibilities & successes – especially if skills transferable to educationExplain unusual events e.g. GAP years or employment breaks
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Letter of ApplicationMost important sectionCarry out instructionsNo more than 2 pagesTyped except if requested to be handwrittenAddress any issues they ask you to, don’t ignore themTell them why they need you, not why you need themMake it easy to readMake it is structured as a good essayUse spell check!
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Letter of Application – Do’sMake it specific to the job descriptionRefer to the school you are applying to by nameAddress it to the head teacher by name e.g Mr WilkinsState where you saw the job advertisedDetail what you taught at each keystage giving examples of excellent practice and innovative teaching stylesMake sure you cover the requirements detailed in the application informationWhat are your ambitions & interestsHave your name on each pageCheck you have got the name of the school right – then check again!References – 1 = University referee, 1 = mentor at placement
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Letter of Application – don’ts
Send out generic letters with no alterationsGet facts about the school & catchment area wrongApply for a job not on offerWrite your letter all in one paragraph with spelling & grammatical mistakesRefer to CV ‘See CV’Leave referees blank or don’t include contact detailsLie
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Congratulations!You’ve got an interview.
Now what!?!
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Interview Day
Generally whole day interviewTour of schoolLessonInterview
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Interview Lesson
Think about 5 part lessonCopy Lesson plan & resources for observersMake it dynamicUse range of teaching techniquesUse students names (sticky labels!)Make sure you know the resources available & have your resources stored in more than 1 format
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Tour of school
Speak to studentsGet a general feelWhat resources are aroundHow do students interact with staff & each other
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Interview
The range of question could cover:Your lesson?Classroom management?Strengths & weaknesses?What will you bring to the dept?What will you bring to the school?What challenges do you see in your subject area over the next 5 yearsWhere do you see yourself in 5 years?
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Second Placement Target
Do something different!Make you application stand outExamples Get involved in school initiatives Organise a trip Department clubs Extra-curricular activities
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Top 5 Tips
1. Get your application pack early2. Really sell yourself in your
application letter (don’t lie!) – spell check!
3. All singing & dancing lesson4. Prepare potential answers for the
interview.5. Remember you are on interview all
day