New webinar helps people find their route into teacher training
If you have aspirations to become a teacher, it can sometimes be a challenge to navigate your training options. To support those into the profession, Teach Portsmouth is hosting a new Love to Teach webinar on Wednesday 23 October 2024 (5pm - 5:45pm) on Zoom which is designed for those at the start of their teaching journey.
Portsmouth is a great city to train in with outstanding teacher training provision. This webinar aims to unpick the common questions including entry requirements, funding and routes in the profession. The webinar will introduce you to these themes and inspire you to take things further.
What will I learn?
The Teach Portsmouth webinar is designed to provide an overview of the different routes into teaching, whether you're just finishing your degree, looking for a career change, or have been working in schools and want to become a qualified teacher.
Here's what you can expect from the session:
- Insight into teacher training routes: There are many ways to qualify as a teacher, including university-led postgraduate courses (including PGCE) or school-centered initial teacher training (SCITT) programmes. This webinar will break down these routes to help you determine the best fit for your career goals.
- Meet early career teachers: The best inspiration is often from those who have experienced something first hand. Two early career teachers from both primary and secondary education will join us as they share their experiences from the classroom.
- Hear from local training providers: The University of Portsmouth, Portsmouth Primary SCITT, The University of Chichester and Inspiring Future Teachers will present information on their courses and the schools they work with.
Who is hosting the webinar?
Your host: Councillor Suzy Horton
Councillor Suzy Horton, Cabinet Member for Children, Families and Education at Portsmouth City Council will join us as our host.
Suzy has dedicated much of her career to improving the educational landscape for young people in Portsmouth. She has worked as a teacher and senior leader in education.
Suzy has worked tirelessly to champion initiatives that support schools, enhance teacher development, and foster positive learning environments for all students.
How do I attend the webinar?
Attending the Teach Portsmouth webinar is simple and straightforward. Here's how you can join the event on Wednesday, 23 October 2024:
- Visit the webinar event page: Use the link at the bottom of the page and it will take you through to Zoom to register.
- Check your email for the Zoom link: After registering, you'll receive a confirmation email with the Zoom link and instructions on how to access the webinar.
- Download Zoom (if you haven't already): If you don't already have Zoom installed on your device, make sure to download it beforehand. It's available on computers, tablets, and smartphones.
- Join the webinar on time: The webinar starts at 5pm, so log in a few minutes early to ensure you're ready to go. Simply click the Zoom link in your email to enter the virtual room.
- Engage during the session: Once in the webinar, feel free to listen, take notes, and ask questions during the Q&A segment at the end of the presentation.
What's next?
Teaching is one of the most rewarding careers out there, offering the chance to make a difference in young people's lives while enjoying a structured career path, job security, and the opportunity for continuous learning.
You can now register to attend the webinar: Love to Teach: Routes into Training, where you'll get an inside look at what it takes to become a teacher, hear from those who've been through the process, and leave with all the information you need to take your next step. Visit the Zoom registration page today!
Callum Murphy 