Training School

Are you considering a career in secondary school teaching?

Following the success of Calder High School’s “Taste of Teaching” event of the last 2 years, the school is once again hosting a two day event on Tuesday, 5 July, and Wednesday, 6 July, for aspiring entrants or career changers to the profession.

Up to 20 delegates will have the opportunity to find out for themselves what life is really like as a secondary school teacher in the 21st century. They will observe lessons, meet key staff and students, speak to former trainees, plan and deliver a short teaching episode, and find out about the different methods of entry to the profession, along with career progression within it.

Feedback from delegates at last year’s event was extremely positive:

"I believe the course shows a good cross-section of the different aspects of teaching. A very informative course."

"I had attended a TDA conference, which was worthwhile, but found this event even better for the contact with teachers and for explaining the career paths."

"Certainly inspired me to look further into things - finances are main 'blocker' but GTP is a way forward."

"Excellent introduction to the profession."

"Boosted my enthusiasm and confidence - now have 2 PGCE interviews lined up!"

"Very well run course. Lots of feedback and plenty of enthusiasm and positivity - thank you for a great few days - definitely helpful for making decisions."

"A Taste of Teaching” is part of Calder High’s outreach function as a Training School, and therefore free of charge, but places are strictly limited to 20 delegates who must be qualified to degree level and committed to attending both days.

If you would like to take part please contact Training School Administrator Yvonne Harrison at Calder High by phone (01422 883213) or email yharrison@calderhigh.calderdale.sch.uk

Taste of Teaching event 2009