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Making the Most of Summer Holidays with Dunbar Education: Unraveling the UK's Charms

As the summer sun graces the UK with its warm embrace, teachers at Dunbar Education eagerly look forward to a well-deserved break. The summer holidays offer a golden opportunity for educators to un...

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Well-Being Tips for First Time Teachers: How To Keep Your Sanity In The Classroom!

As a first time teacher, it can be overwhelming to manage all the responsibilities that come with the job. That's why it's important to take care of yourself and make sure your own well-being is...

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Supply teaching or a permanent role? Which is right for you?

Becoming a teacher is a noble profession. It offers the chance to make a real difference in children's lives and helps shape their future. But it's not always an easy job. It takes hard work, ded...

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Why do overseas trained teachers relocate to the UK?

People in all walks of life relocate for a variety of reasons. For some, it’s to be closer to family. For others, it’s to take advantage of new job opportunities. Some relocate for lifestyle reas...

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How much notice do teachers have to give?

When it comes time to leave a job, most people want to give plenty of notice. But what about teachers? How much notice do they have to give? And what is the process for resigning from a teaching...

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How to support SEND children in mainstream classrooms!

Have you thought about working with SEN children or a SEND school? If you are wondering, ‘what does SEND even mean?’ SEND stands for Special Educational Needs and Disability. If you are an NQT o...

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Is CPD important for Teachers? Information you should know!

Is CPD relevant? It’s understandable it may seem a little overwhelming completing more courses after the intensity of becoming a fully qualified teacher. However, remember every day is a learn...

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You can do it! Top 10 tips to ease into 2022

You have made it! The end of term has arrived, and you have got through it. The end of this difficult year is coming to a close and soon we will be saying goodbye to 2021.2022 is on its way, an...

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Teaching vacancies in Milton Keynes and Northampton are on the rise

In recent years, there’s been a national shortage of teachers in the UK. Schools are also experiencing high drop-out rates, which is exasperating the problem. According to research, almost one i...

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What's the difference between being a NQT and an ECT?

Teaching can be a very fulfilling career for the right professional. A teaching career offers many benefits, as well as challenges – but ultimately, you’ll be making a huge impact on young people...

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Dunbar Celebrates World Teachers’ Day and this is how you can too!

We hope you all had a wonderful World Teachers’ Day!Did you know this year is the 27th anniversary of World Teacher’s Day?However, here at Dunbar Education, we believe every day should be ‘Teac...

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Should I take the step into an SLT role? 8 helpful points to think about...

Every teacher’s experience is going to be different and how they made their way into the leadership world. It’s not always easy, but don’t let this put you off.Some got there through chance and ot...

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Be the Best – Why you should get involved in extracurricular activities!

It is also a great opportunity for social experience as well as academic, for students to bond through similar interests - this is so encouraging when young people are partaking through choice.Do ...

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What does the new two-year NQT period mean for me?

Over the years, guidance for new teachers had gradually built up, starting in 1999 with the introduction of an induction period. The latest changes are already in play in some places in the UK, an...

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Half Term - how can teachers wind down and switch off over the break? 4 helpful tips!

You’ve got through however many lockdowns.You got through all the online/remote teaching.You made it to the 8th of March 2021 and returned to some kind of ‘normality’ by returning to school and the...

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Why should outside learning become the norm? 8 thoughtful tips on how you can incorporate teaching outside!

Have you enjoyed getting outside more over the last year in your personal life due to the pandemic?Did you find it difficult not getting outside with your class due to virtual teaching?The future ...

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Teaching Council Requirements – How you can work in the UK!

How do I become qualified AND relocate to the UK?One of the biggest concerns we hear from Irish trained teachers is, ‘can I complete my teaching hours in the UK?’ ‘Will my ‘NQT year’ in Engla...

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What makes a great lesson plan? 6 tips on how to build yours!

Whether you have been teaching for years, training, or a newly qualified teacher, it is always good to refresh your skills of lesson planning and find new and interesting ways to provide the wond...

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NQT Survival Guide – How To Combat The First Year!

We think teachers are heroes. That’s why Dunbar Education love working with you! We agree and know that teaching is one of the hardest jobs in the world, and not only that, one of the most respon...

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Living and Teaching in the UK – 6 reasons why you should take the opportunity!

Are you a teacher living overseas? Are you thinking about your next career move? Teaching in the UK could be exactly what you are looking for.Are UK schools more challenging?You may have hear...