What are competency-based interviews? Competency-based interviews use questions which aim to find out how you have used specific skills in your previous experience and how you approach problems, tasks and challenges. Also called behavioural or situational questions, they are often used in first interviews. These interviews are based on the premise that past behaviour is…>
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Top Tips for a Telephone Interview
Conducting a Telephone interview is becoming more and more common amongst recruiters, but that’s only half the story when it comes to job hunting. Find out why, when you’re looking for work, the phone can be your best friend or your worst enemy. Before Even in the days of online applications, it’s still possible to…>
How To Make Apprenticeship Training More Valuable
In 2017, the government will push ahead with the new Apprenticeship Levy (AL). This will place more responsibility on larger UK employers to meet the needs of their workforce through modern apprenticeships. It’s hoped the new scheme will encourage more 16-18 year olds into jobs, while giving employers more control over how their apprentices are…>
‘Sage on the stage’ or ‘Guide on the side’
When you are applying for teaching posts, or undertaking a programme of teacher training, you should demonstrate in your application and interview that you are familiar not only with different theories of learning, such as constructivism, but also that you understand the implications of them for teaching. In order to impart knowledge and promote understanding,…>
How do I apply for teaching jobs?
Deciding to be a Further Education (FE) teacher has proven to be a popular and highly rewarding career. However, applying for jobs in the sector can prove difficult. In the first instance, you need to check if you are eligible for the position. For the majority of the roles, you will be required to possess a…>
What is Teaching in Further Education Really Like?
A teaching day in Further Education (FE) is busy and varied. The range of tasks demands that you plan ahead, keep organised and build in flexibility in order to accommodate last minute changes or requests. Here are just some of the elements that make up the teaching day. Contact time On average you’ll spend two-thirds…>
Key Questions To Ask When Starting A New Job
The hardest part is over. You have applied, been invited to interview, and got the job. Well done! However, now you will be faced with a range of new challenges as you prepare to start your new job. Here are some questions to consider and find the answers to in the first few days of…>
How to become a College Teacher?
Being a college teacher can be challenging, but also rewarding. Becoming a college teacher can be exciting and worthwhile as you will gradually become equipped with a vast amount of knowledge and skills. College, or further education teachers teach a variety of subjects to learners aged sixteen and over. They also provide work-related education to students…>
How to Search for Job Vacancies in Further Education
The Further Education sector offers a range of exciting career options. Whether you are interested in administrative support, managerial or teaching roles, there are several schools and colleges you could consider. Here are some tips to help you with your next job search. Decide what roles to apply for Have you been thinking about applying…>
Future Now: Upskilling Today for Tomorrow
In these uncertain times, one thing is certain; the way we work will change. The need for social distancing has already led to remote working wherever possible. However, in education, face-to-face interaction is such a defining characteristic of teaching as we understand it today. This presents the profession with the need to future proof its…>