In the 'Issues' area, there is loads of practical advice on applying for teaching jobs, completing the application form, preparing your CV, attending interviews, and applying to an LEA 'pool'. You can also learn what you should do or not do if you are assaulted by a pupil, the procedure to follow if one of your pupils has an accident, and how to deal with bullying in the staffroom. The UK's international organisation for educational and cultural relations has a useful education section on it's website, with a good overview of our education system - including a 'Who's who' in education and guides to the examination system, structure, funding and National Curriculum in UK schools. Helpful for new teachers, as well as foreigners wishing to teach or study over here. Then take advantage of this free 24-hour telephone counselling, support and advice service for teachers provided by the TBF, the teacher support network.
All counsellors are either ex-teachers or have experience of counselling teachers.
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