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Navigating Your First Term in the UK: Tips for Overseas Teachers

Navigating Your First Term as an Overseas Teacher in the UKEmbarking on a teaching journey in the UK is an exciting opportunity for overseas educators. The rich cultural experiences, diverse stu...

Engaging Pupils in the Classroom: Overcoming Common Challenges

Engaging Pupils in the Classroom: Strategies for SuccessEvery teacher, whether seasoned or new, faces the challenge of engaging students in the classroom. The hurdles can range from students thi...

UK School Uniforms: Delving into the Tradition and Standards

UK School Uniforms: A Deep Dive into Tradition and ExpectationsThe sight of students in crisp uniforms is synonymous with the UK's educational landscape. But what lies behind this tradition, and ...

Understanding Teacher Anxiety: A Crucial Aspect of Overseas Education Recruitment

Teaching in the UK as an overseas educator is an enriching experience. However, it can also present unique challenges that lead to stress and anxiety, affecting mental well-being. At iCan Teach UK...

5 Tips for Writing an Overseas Teacher CV to the UK Standard

Are you an overseas teacher looking to apply for jobs in the UK? Writing a CV to the UK standard can be tricky, especially if you are used to writing them in a different format. Fortunately, there...

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10 Cost-Cutting Tips for Teachers on a Budget

As a teacher, you know that the costs of supplies and materials for your classroom can add up quickly. Finding ways to reduce expenses without sacrificing quality can be a challenge. In this blo...

Don't Know What Teacher CPD Is? Here's Everything You Need to Know

Do you ever feel like you’re stuck in a rut in your teaching? Are you looking for ways to expand your skillset and better equip yourself for the classroom? Well, look no further than Teacher CPD...

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5 Ways to Balance Work and Life as a Teacher

Being a teacher is an incredibly rewarding job, but it can also be extremely stressful and demanding. Balancing work and life can be a difficult juggling act, but there are a few tips and tricks...

Teacher Tips for World Book Day 2023

World Book Day 2023 is fast approaching! This day is a celebration of authors, illustrators, books, and reading. As a teacher, you want to make sure your students get the most out of this specia...

5 ways to prepare for a new school term as an overseas teacher in the UK

Starting a new school term in the UK can be daunting for any teacher, but especially for those who are from overseas. There are a lot of expectations, both for yourself and for the students you...

7 Tips for Maintaining Your Well-Being While Teaching Overseas

Are you a teacher who has decided to take the plunge and teach overseas? Congratulations! It’s an incredible experience that can open up a world of learning for both you and your students. It’s a...

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An International Teacher's Experience Teaching in the UK

Teaching in a foreign country can be a daunting experience, especially for an international teacher. But for those brave enough to take on the challenge, the rewards can be endless. This blog po...

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 rea...

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Ease into 2022 - You've got this!

You have made it! The end of term has arrived, and you have got through it. The new year has arrived, and we have said goodbye to 2021.2022 is here, and whether we are welcoming it with open ar...

Podcasts

Meeting Miss D - Irish Teacher in Kent, UK

Why I found my first job with an agency

It almost feels like a blink of an eye from applying for your PGCE to realising that you need to begin planning your life beyond university! This can be quite a daunting task, knowing what path ...

Teaching Council Requirements to 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 England co...

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

Are you looking to start a new venture? Do you live overseas, teach and are thinking about your next career move? Teaching in the UK may be exactly what you are looking for.Are UK schools more d...

Signs to resign

Deciding to resign to pursue pastures new is a huge decision. So, we have come up with some key points to think about before starting your search… remember Team iCan Teach UK is only ever a phone ...

Could Brexit help with the teacher recruitment crisis?

We are still very much in the midst of ‘the teacher recruitment crisis, and the news that the UK leaving the EU could create another obstacle to recruiting teaching staff has certainly not been we...