PGCE - Current Students Thread

Thank you for the reply, when the universities and schools stop accepting new applications ?

You always have a choice. Your mental health is important, and you shouldn't have to feel like that because of your job.

Having said that, do bear in mind that NQT year is usually very different from the PGCE. You have charge of your class, which although it sounds like lots more work (and in ways, it is) it's also easier as you're working to you, not someone else. You get more experience of planning much more quickly and it helps you become quicker at it very fast!

Also, I know it varies from person to person, but I find earlier years much quicker and more intuitive to plan for (and behaviour management and assessment too!). How did you feel on your Early Years placement? If you feel more at home in Early Years that will make a big difference.

Lastly, it sounds like setting aside some time to spend with your family, not thinking about work, would really help. I know that's way easier said than done, but worrying about work is not helping the work get done, it's just intruding on the family time and making you exhausted. Maybe try mindfulness/meditation or something to get your mind off it before you start the time with your family. I like slowly thinking about each part of my body from toes upwards and becoming aware of it. It can really focus you away from thoughts and worries (I know it sounds a bit wishy washy but worth a try!).



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So not even the school office staff will be in?

I'm applying for a primary teaching post.

Just to clarify I'm applying for the actual teaching position and not for the PGCE course so UCAS won't be necessary.

So not even the school office staff will be in?

I'm applying for a primary teaching post.

Just to clarify I'm applying for the actual teaching position and not for the PGCE course so UCAS won't be necessary.

I'm doing a PGCE.

I'm just wondering in terms of job applications who should I put as my references?

Should they be my personal tutor on my course, a reference from a placement or a previous employer (I worked for a couple of years between undergrad and PGCE).

I want to use the Tales of Beedle the Bard in my next Literacy topic... does anyone think that would be a problem given that I am currently teaching year 2 and 3???