Why should you consider Long Term teaching?

Many teachers prefer the stability provided by a long term assignment. You will deal with all the challenges of 'real' teaching and enjoy all the rewards. You will be able to follow through on planning and see the fruits of your labours. By making a long term commitment you can become familiar with your pupils' needs and abilities and develop professionally and personally satisfying relationships with colleagues and parents as well as the children in your care.

Before accepting a position, you must carefully consider your commitment and availability. Long term Teachers will brief you thoroughly on each proposed assignment before you make your decision, and when suggesting a post will always consider your experience, present requirements and future commitments.

Teachers in long term positions have the opportunity to take on full-time classroom responsibilities. You can work in one particular school for a length of time and this will enable you to become involved with 'whole school life'. Long term teachers must agree to carry out such duties as planning, assessment, attending staff meetings and parents' evenings, and liasing with educational specialists. You will be expected to take part fully in the life of the school and respect the school ethos. 

You will need to be fully aware of the statutory requirements of the National Curriculum and how it is incorporated into planning, assessment and teaching. You will also be required to complete, where appropriate, written reports for the children in your care.