I have been out of teaching for a number of years, how can I return?
To view details on returning to teach please see the Training and Development Agency's (TDA) website. The website provides information on the support available for those who wish to return to teaching,...
View ArticleIs there any guidance about maximum/minimum temperatures in classrooms?
The Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992, Regulation 7 (1) states: "During working hours, the temperature in all workplaces inside buildings shall be reasonable." High temperatures ~...
View ArticleWhat should I do if I am concerned about a childs safety?
Those best placed to consider what to do about your worries are the specialist professionals in the area the child lives. It is their job, in law, to help safeguard and protect children. It is vital...
View ArticleHow have the recent ministerial changes affected the Department for Education...
Details of the Departments Ministerial team and their responsibilities can be found via the web link shown below.
View ArticleWho are Ofqual, what do they do?
We are transferring the regulatory functions of the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA) to a new independent regulator for England with strengthened powers, the Office of the Qualifications...
View ArticleI am on UPS1 and would like more information about progressing to UPS2.
Threshold assessment is a voluntary process and entirely a matter of choice for individuals. Teachers are responsible for applying for threshold assessment and they must apply to the headteacher of the...
View ArticleWhen will this year's AS and A2 level results be published?
This year, the AS and A2 level results will be available on the morning of Thursday 20 August 2009.
View ArticleIs there any guidance available for GCSE coursework?
At secondary level, the Government recommends that the time spent on GCSE coursework should fall within 1.5 - 2.5 hours per day (Years 10 and 11)A copy of the leaflet "Coursework: a guide for parents"...
View ArticleWhat are specialised Diplomas?
The Diploma is a qualification for students aged 14-19 and is set to become one of three main education choices - alongside GCSEs/A levels and Apprenticeships Diplomas combine theoretical study with...
View ArticleI am thinking of becoming a teacher/ I have been offered a job as a...
The latest teacher pay scales are available from the link below. There is a discretionary element in the pay system and your school will need to confirm the exact rate of pay. If you are returning to...
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