Student teacher Review
at Teach First
Internship (1 Month+)
Teaching
Chelmsford
Review Submitted: March 2021
Overall Rating
4 /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!
4/5
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Overview of Experience
3.8/5
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Skills Development
4.3/5
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Company Culture
4/5
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Overall Experience
4/5
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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.
The online session involved speaking about the teach first programme and planning an 8
minute lesson to present in a group. This was a 2 day programme. The 2 days also involved looking at the wider picture of education in terms of issues in education which we were passionate about changing.
minute lesson to present in a group. This was a 2 day programme. The 2 days also involved looking at the wider picture of education in terms of issues in education which we were passionate about changing.
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
We interacted with many professionals during the 2 days. I was engaging to understand about the potentials of teach first, especially their dedication to making a difference to disadvantaged pupils. Whilst I understand that location cannot be flexible in schools due to demand, it was quite disheartening to hear that location was limited due to my career responsibilities for my mum at home.
Please rate how insightful you found the virtual experience
4/5
How would you rate the structure of the virtual experience
4/5
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
I developed my leadership skills and surprisingly found myself encouraging other members in break out rooms to participate and ensuring everyone got a say. I also developed my motivation skills as the programme has really influenced my decision to pursue teaching in the future. I developed my interactive skills as I spoke to many different people during the 2 days.
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?
4/5
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
4/5
Company Culture
How would you rate business leader involvement during the virtual experience
4/5
What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
It was so refreshing to hear that the company was so inclusive in terms of disadvantaged pupils and making a difference to children who can really benefit from this. Therefore the company ethos was positive. I felt the company provided a friendly atmosphere that made me feel at ease.
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?
4/5
Overall Experience
To what extent did you enjoy the virtual experience?
I really enjoyed the virtual experience and I am glad to have had the opportunity to engage with the experience. At first, planning my lesson seemed very daunting however throughout the session, I felt more relaxed and really enjoyed presenting a topic which I am vehement about.
Please rate your level of enjoyment on the virtual experience
4/5
Please rate how your experience met your expectations
4/5
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
4/5
Would you recommend Teach First to a friend?
Yes
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Teach First
I would suggest immersing yourself fully in the experience. Do not be put off of the experience if you have no prior teaching experience as this can be learnt on the session and teach first make it very clear about what they expect. The session caters well for everyone regardless of their relationships or connections with teaching.
