Student Taster Online Review
at Teach First
Internship (1 Month+)
Teaching
Sheffield
Review Submitted: June 2021
Overall Rating
3.6 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
3.5/5
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Overview of Experience
3.3/5
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Skills Development
4/5
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Company Culture
3/5
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Overall Experience
5/5
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Recommendations and Advice
Overview of Experience
Please give an overview of the virtual experience and what was involved on a day-to-day basis.
2 day virtual insight into teaching including a mini lesson and skill development alongside developing knowledge of educational inequality within the UK
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
I enjoyed learning about the charity and their partnerships with other employees and the other roles which can be pursued after completing teacher training with TeachFirst.
Please rate how insightful you found the virtual experience
4/5
How would you rate the structure of the virtual experience
3/5
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
Yes I have developed my communication skills by presenting to others in a 'mini lesson' environment
How would you rate the training provided during your experience?
4/5
How would you rate the knowledge learned around industry-specific skills during the experience?
3/5
How would you rate the knowledge learned around personal or professional skills during the experience?
3/5
Please rate how the knowledge learned has helped you with regards to your career development
3/5
Company Culture
How would you rate business leader involvement during the virtual experience
4/5
What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
Everyone we heard from who was a TeachFirst ambassador was very passionate about the charity which gave it a good feel and influenced you to want to participate and be a part of the change in educational inequality
How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
5/5
How would you rate the networking opportunities?
4/5
Please rate how valued you felt during your virtual experience?
3/5
Overall Experience
To what extent did you enjoy the virtual experience?
I enjoyed the second day more than the first as I felt it was more interactive however overall it was a good experience and insight into TeachFirst
Please rate your level of enjoyment on the virtual experience
3/5
Please rate how your experience met your expectations
3/5
Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?
I was not paid and had no expenses
Recommendations and Advice
Please rate the future employment prospects at Teach First
5/5
Would you recommend Teach First to a friend?
Yes
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Teach First
Be confident and don't be afraid to reach out to speak to an ambassador as they are happy to assist in any way possible
