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10 Key Early Years (EYFS) Job Interview Questions

EYFS Interview Questions The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) staff play a crucial role in the development of children in their formative years. As such, the recruitment process for these positions is thorough and seeks to gauge both the professional competency and personal attributes of candidates. If you’re preparing for an EYFS interview in the …

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Making the Most of a Pre-Interview School Visit: A Guide for Prospective Headteachers

The Importance of a Pre-Interview School Visit As a prospective headteacher, you are likely aware of the critical role that school visits play in the selection process. A pre-interview visit to a school is not merely a formality; it’s an invaluable opportunity to glean insights about the school’s ethos, culture, operations, challenges and strategic focus. …

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Teacher Training Interview Questions and Answers

Teacher Training Interview Questions for PGCE, or Apprenticeship Routes. Having both conducted and supported students through the initial PGCE interviews for Schools Direct and then the Apprenticeship route I wanted to share this post to support you on your teaching journey. The teacher training interview is a crucial step in securing a place on a …

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15 Deputy Head Interview Questions

Deputy Head Interview Questions and Tips for Success in 2023 This article on Deputy Head Interview Questions has been written for aspiring Deputy Headteachers in the UK. These possible questions cover most of the key leadership areas. Often deputy head roles include a significant safeguarding or DSL role. Click the link for interview questions linked …

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The Teacher Interview: How to Present Yourself with Confidence & Professionalism

Today, we’re going to delve into a topic that’s crucial for every teacher, whether you’re a seasoned professional or a fresh-faced graduate: acing the teacher interview. In fact it is so vital for our education system that the DfE are publishing guidance on it. We are in the midst of a teacher recruitment and retention …

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12 Thoughtful Questions Every Headteacher Candidate Should Ask in an Interview

Great Responses to “Is there anything you would like to ask us?” Asking thoughtful questions during the final few minutes of an interview can be an effective way to demonstrate your keen interest in and suitability for the position. The questions you choose to ask should show that you have listened carefully throughout the interview, …

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How to Answer the Interview Question: Tell Me About Yourself?

Tell Me About Yourself Teacher Interview Question This post forms part of our series on teacher recruitment. One of the questions you can almost guarantee being asked is a variation on “Tell me about yourself”. In 2023 and 2024 schools are facing significant challenges in recruitment. However they are unlikely to be willing to reduce …

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A Quick Guide to Completing a School Leadership Application & Personal Statement

Writing a School Leadership Application that will get you an Interview Completing a school leadership personal statement and application form can be a daunting task. With time invested in preparation and attention to detail, you can increase your chances of being selected for the role. I recommend signing up to the Key for School Leaders …

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Writing a Personal Statement for a Teaching Assistant Post

Introduction. A key part of the application process for a Teaching Assistant job is personal statement. A personal statement is a document that tells the panel who are doing the shortlisting about your motivations for wanting to become a Teaching Assistant. This guide will teach you how to write an effective personal statement for a …

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How to answer an interview question “What are the most important qualities of a teaching assistant?”

What is a Teaching Assistant? A teaching assistant is responsible for supporting pupils with special educational needs in the classroom. The main duties include working alongside classroom teachers to plan and implement lessons, providing one-on-one support to pupils, and helping to create a positive learning environment. This may be in a mainstream school, a special …

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SEN interview teaching activities hints and tips

The SEND Interview Teaching Activity

Lessons and Activity Ideas For an SEN Teaching Interview Our recruitment and interview process posts are very popular. However we haven’t talked about the teaching interview activity. One of the questions we get asked is around the teaching side of the interview process. Candidates for teaching positions almost always have to demonstrate their teaching skills …

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