Teach Physics Internship Programme

Background AIM: To increase the number of physics graduates choosing to train as physics teachers Set up in 2010: 11 interns in 5 schools Since: placed over 300 interns 2018: 77 schools offered 114 places currently have 63 interns placed

Participants Schools: Interns: State schools Reputation for strong physics teaching Enjoy a link to the Ogden Trust Current/Former Partnership Schools Connected to Ogden Outreach Officers Interns: Physics/Maths/Engineering/Computer Science Undergraduate/Postgraduate EU/Permanent Residents

The School’s Responsibilities Host intern(s) for 4 – 5 weeks at end of Summer Term Interview intern Host an induction day for intern(s) Apply for DBS clearance for intern(s) Provide mentor and clear timetable for intern(s)

The Ogden Trust Deals with all administration Publicises programme through all networks/universities etc. Recruits interns and assesses applications Shares relevant information with schools Pays interns (£300/week outside London) Pays schools administration fee and DBS costs Provides support throughout

The Intern(s) Responsibilities Observe and assist with all aspects of teaching Plan and deliver their own lesson (towards placement end) Create a new one-off curriculum-based activity Give/lead a physics careers’ presentation/workshop Run/assist with extra-curricular clubs/activities Work with pupils with SEN and/or on G&T register Participate in general school activities e.g. lunchtime duty

Concluding the Placement Interns must submit: Time-sheet - signed by supervisor (for payment) Endorsement form - signed by supervisor Feedback form - both school and intern - to help improve programme Reflective diary - for interns - to help self-evaluation Careers workshop presentation

Teach Physics Interns 2010 – 2016 Where are they now?

Moving forward Piloting Early Career Teacher Development Programme