There’s a reason why we are instructed to fit our own oxygen mask first on an aeroplane – and it’s not out of selfishness. If we run out of oxygen, we won’t be able to help anyone. So, why is self-care often viewed as being selfish? Starting my teacher training, I was anticipating that the year was going to be … Read More
Trainee Teacher Voice – Training as a Geography Teacher
Geography is an unparalleled subject in the way in which it offers such an extensive variety of topics which help to shape an awareness between people, communities and the natural world. Teaching a subject which enables and supports young people to deepen their thinking and understanding through a range of lenses – analytically, socially, economically, environmentally and politically is a … Read More
Why you should become a teacher with Leicestershire Secondary SCITT
1 – School Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) Our course is built around schools and practising teachers. When you become a teacher with us, you are in the classroom, learning from the experts and seeing what they do to make such a difference to children. 2 – Extra time in school We give you 186 days of school-based training across … Read More
4 Reasons why you are running out of time to apply for teacher training
Here are 4 reasons why you are running of of time to apply to teacher training. Don’t miss out.
What is it like to train as a teacher during Covid? Covid Teacher Training
What is it like to train as a teacher in the middle of a pandemic? Read this…
Trainee Voice – Learning to Teach PE and English
Teach PE with EBACC PE and English both changed my life at school. Inspirational teachers that challenged me gave me a competitive drive to push on and always be the best, to throw myself into every physical opportunity available, and yet also led me into the creative world of writing and delving into literature. These gave me a real escape, … Read More
Trainee Voice – Why I knew Teaching was for me…
Why teaching? My background For me, wanting to become a teacher was always about more than being passionate about my subject. I want to make a difference to children’s lives, help them discover themselves and their place in the world. I grew up in a small village in South Wales and went to a secondary school which was, at the … Read More
Trainee Voice – Teacher Training whilst Parenting?
Teacher Training whilst Parenting? As a mum to two boys, the prospect of embarking on a teacher training programme came with a whole different set of anxieties. Will I be able to make schools runs and get to my own school on time? What about time for planning, marking, assignments – oh, and after school meetings? Here are some thoughts … Read More
Trainee Teacher Voice – An Open Letter to Next Year’s Cohort
Congratulations on receiving an offer from the Leicestershire Secondary SCITT. I am currently training as a teacher of English with SCITT, and what a year it’s been. From the age of 16 I have known that I have wanted to pursue a career in teaching, helping the next generation fulfil their full potential and achieve their dreams just like I … Read More
Trainee Voice – Training as a Teacher with the Leicestershire Secondary SCITT
what I didn’t expect was the level of support you have, the friendships you make and really how rewarding it is… and I don’t think anything can prepare you for that.
