Student Taster Online Review
at Teach First
Internship (1 Month+)
Teaching
Manchester
Review Submitted: April 2021
Overall Rating
4.5 /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!
4.5/5
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Overview of Experience
5/5
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Skills Development
3.8/5
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Company Culture
5/5
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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.
We undertook a variety of sessions including information presentations, Q&As, group tasks and individual reflections. This allowed us to further understand the Teach First program and its mission, learn about further opportunity and what they are looking for as well as develop personal skills in relation to their main competencies. There was also an opportunity to deliver are own mini lesson and receive valuable feedback.
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
It was super beneficial to hear more about the Teach First Graduate program and their STEM experience, including general information, structure, dates and first hand experiences. It really inspired me to look further into teaching as a career and this route into teaching specifically, It was also great to better understand what is required in terms of skills and application in order to be successful and have to chance to practise a teaching episode.
Please rate how insightful you found the virtual experience
5/5
How would you rate the structure of the virtual experience
4/5
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
Definitely developed in self-reflection as well as a greater understanding of the planning and organising required in teaching. I also developed skills in presentation and collaboration.
How would you rate the training provided during your experience?
5/5
How would you rate the knowledge learned around industry-specific skills during the experience?
5/5
How would you rate the knowledge learned around personal or professional skills during the experience?
5/5
Please rate how the knowledge learned has helped you with regards to your career development
5/5
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 really friendly and welcoming! They were more than happy to answer any questions and gave us plenty of break when needed. They were also really accommodating of all our needs!
How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
5/5
How would you rate the networking opportunities?
3/5
Please rate how valued you felt during your virtual experience?
3/5
Overall Experience
To what extent did you enjoy the virtual experience?
I definitely enjoyed it a lot and I think it was a really worthwhile two days. It was overall engaging with lots of insightful activities and information. The content was balanced really well and the resources provided made the day easy to follow and manageable. It was however still challenging which is good because I feel like I learnt a lot.
Please rate your level of enjoyment on the virtual experience
5/5
Please rate how your experience met your expectations
5/5
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
Research the company and ensure you empathise with and understand their mission and values. Even if you are not 100% set on teaching it is a really great opportunity to develop other skills as well and gives insight into a possible avenue to explore when you graduate. Be yourself when answering the questions/making your video and let your own voice and passion shine through.
