Feeling sorry for myself.......turned out really, really long!
Discussion in 'New teachers' started by mari_asai, Oct 5, 2010.
able to find a job.
but challenging class (I had no NQT time, observations, targets etc.
were my only source of work.
me and some of the children would frequently refuse to obey the head.
very kindly letting me stay with them indefinitely for free.
references, experience and training will be even more out of date.
the pools (I have only ever been accepted once).
even remotely possible I would be very grateful.
relocated to fill the gaps?
PROS: I still get to teach which I love, I am able to travel and see the world whilst I am (fairly) young and have no ties.
would do. However whilst I have enjoyed periods of travelling (e.g.
live anywhere other than back home with my parents.
anyone else's similar (or not so similar) experiences!
As you've already kicked off your supply limit then I would try that first in your happy home location. If a postgrad course for speech therapy does come up the chances are it will start in September? Then both these bases are covered.
You sound like you've really hated London so for the sake of your sanity I'd strike that off the list.
Personally I'd also avoid going abroad as you may struggle when you return especially as you won't be able to do supply if you're away past June.
I suggest persevering in your area to get Induction completed. If you haven't managed it by next June, you can apply to your LA for a supply extension, which could allow you take non-induction supply 9if that's all there is available) for up to another 12 months.
You should also approach your LA and ask to be put in touch with the advisor for your Key Stage. they will know about more up-coming maternity leaves etc.
You should also try to secure work direct with schools or via the LA supply register, if there is one. That will allow you to be paid properly and even to progress up the payscale.
Be aware that returning to teach in the UK after a period abroad can be problematic. You can't just walk into supply work, for instance, or even a contract post. First of all, your supply limit + extension may have expired. Also, it takes longer to get CRB vetting done when they have to have apaper trail rom overseas too. It can take ages for overseas police departments and employers to fill in necessary paperwork, not to mention translation issues.
A very late reply, but from reading your thread, although you seem persistent and motivated, I dont see that the career is for you or that you are cut out fort he career.
I qualifying through RTP with an open uni degree, so my wokload is substantially more.
The fact that you are having such short spells at your previous schools is quite a concern, alot of young people go into teaching thinking its all happy happy rosy, but they dont consider the reality until they are in the job.
How can you gurantee your next position or school will be easier, there is absolutely no gurantee.
Sorry to sound brutally harsh.
It sounds like you've had some very difficult experiences, I can't imagine how stressed you must have been.
I think you might find it hard to find employment with such a patchy work history in this climate - btw I'm an NQT and no expert, but that was what struck me when I read your post. I guess headteachers might wonder if you are more likely to leave the job (and them in the lurch) - so it might be an idea to get some support with your applications and covering letters etc? You need to put a positive spin on your experiences or people will just assume you lack the perseverance they're looking for (probably unfair, but then if there are several potential applicants and one has had short spells in a couple of jobs and left, you can imagine how many pre-judgements are probably made).
Have you posted in jobseekers as well?
From reading your post, I don't actually think you will have problems finding a job. You have one thing - flexibility - which many job seekers don't have, in terms of being prepared to move and also in being prepared to take a non-teaching job. My advice would be to keep all the irons in the fire. Maybe take a non-teaching "jill job" like retail for a few days a week just to get some steady income and to ensure that you don't have a blank on your CV. Around those days, try to get some supply. In the meantime, be on the hunt for a teaching post. I was made redundant last year, and I applied for jobs everywhere from Aberdeen to Brighton. I got a job in the SE (my family are in Scotland), and although it had its challenges, it was the best thing for my CV and I have now made some good friend one year on. By the way, try the site meetup.com if you are moving - it saved my life! That's how I got a social life when I moved to a place where I knew no-one, and I can't recommend it highly enough. Good luck!