TEACHING IN THE UK WHO, WHERE, WHY, WHAT & HOW UK SCHOOL SYSTEM & SUPPLY TEACHING REQUIREMENTS TO WORK IN THE UK WHY TEACH IN THE UK GUIDE TO LIVING IN THE UK QUESTION TIME

WHO WE ARE We are an established, accredited & one of the leading education recruitment agencies in the UK with an excellent reputation throughout London & the surrounding counties for supplying high quality staff We specialises in placing qualified Primary & Secondary Teachers in both day to day and long-term positions London & surrounding counties (Kent, Surrey & Essex)– to cover emergencies, sickness, course cover, jury service, maternity/paternity leave and permanent placements Experienced & dedicated team of consultants – who provide an efficient, professional yet highly personalised service to our teachers and our schools Recognise the importance of recruiting overseas teachers and we have an ongoing commitment to global recruitment

UK SCHOOL SYSTEM In the UK, 90% of children are educated in state-maintained schools (Community, Foundation, Voluntary, Comprehensive) Deliver the National Curriculum Special Needs Schools, Academies, PRU, Independent & Grammar Schools

AGESTAGEYEAR 3-4EARLY YEARS FOUNDATION STAGE NURSERY 4-5RECEPTION 5-6KEY STAGE 1YEAR 1 6-7YEAR 2 7-8KEY STAGE 2YEAR 3 8-9YEAR YEAR YEAR KEY STAGE 3YEAR YEAR YEAR KEY STAGE 4YEAR YEAR 11

SUPPLY TEACHING Day-to-day supply Short-term supply Long-term supply (preparation & planning) Permanent placements Our pay rates are excellent, these depend on the nature of the position you are working in Our minimum daily rate is £125 per day Long-term supply will earn you more than d2d

TERM DATES & HOLIDAYS Autumn Term First week in Sept until the third week in December Spring Term First week of January until Easter Summer Term One/two weeks after Easter until the third week in July There are 13 weeks holiday a year – bring it on! 2 weeks at Christmas and Easter and 6 weeks in the Summer There is also 1 week break in the middle of each term

REQUIREMENTS TO WORK IN THE UK Tier 5 – Youth Mobility Scheme (YMS) You need to accrue 50 points: 30 points for your home country (Australia) 10 points being between for having £1600 in the bank Rules of the YMS You can stay in the UK for up to 24 months You can work for the full 24 months You have to leave once the visa expires or if you wish to apply for another type of visa £125 approx Ancestry Visa Allows citizens from Commonwealth countries to work & settle in the UK if they have British-born grandparents Free to enter the UK & work without restrictions British Passport EU Passport

WHY CAREER TEACHERS We run an extensive orientation programme in the UK for all overseas trained teachers which covers the National Curriculum, guidance on Key Stages, behaviour management, common school and classroom practices Provide assistance in setting up a bank account, oyster card accommodation & NI number A wide range of Continuous Professional Development (CPD) courses available & on-going support provided Excellent rates of daily pay, paid weekly and on time Flexibility in the type of work available – d2d, short-term & long-term Australian based consultants ensure you complete all the necessary paperwork and checks so you can teach as soon as you arrive Excellent support, guidance and honest information Recommend a friend scheme available – bonus payment! Increase your take home pay through CXC global (compliant contracting solution) So you can maximise your earnings and claim on your flight, rent, travel expenses and food

10 GREAT REASONS TO CONSIDER HEADING TO THE UK TO TEACH!! Career progression & the opportunity to fast track your career Flexibility & variety of work/schools available to teach at Great source of income – min £125 per day! 13 weeks holiday – ample opportunity to travel and see the world! Meet amazing people & make lifelong friends The UK is steeped in history, culture & home to some of the most vibrant cities in the world! Character building YMV means you can teach for a full 24 months Will look great on your CV when you return HEAPS OF FUN & ADVENTURE!!

GUIDE TO LIVING IN THE UK Approx price guide: Zone 1-2 travel card for a week - £25.80 Pint of Beer - £3.00 Coffee - £2.00 Milk – 45p McDonalds meal - £4.50 Avg Pub meal - £6-10 Avg meal for two in a mid price restaurant - £40 West End Theatre show - £25+ Chart CD - £10 Concert Ticket - £ 25 - £60 Admission to a big name club on a Friday or Saturday - £ day all Ireland Tour - £ day Egypt Tour - £ days Sail Croatia Tour- £300 Average cost of Accommodation: £400 - £650 (double) Rent can come inclusive of bills or bills can be an added extra Council Tax – depend on the area, £30pm Where to live? North, East, South & West Location, transport links, shops & amenities, friends and lifestyle choice How many people do you want to live with? Further out you go, cheaper accommodation but you will pay most likely pay more for travel Budget for £150 per week for rent and bills Enjoy FREE LONDON!!!

REGISTRATION PROCESS APPLICATION FORM CV 2 PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES PASSPORT PHOTOS & ID (DRIVERS LICENCE) PASSPORT/VISA FEDERAL POLICE CHECK TEACHING QUALS PROOF OF NAME CHANGE PROOF OF CURRENT ADDRESS NO LOCK IN CONTRACTS LAND ON YOUR FEET & HIT THE GROUND RUNNING

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