Black Talent in STEM programme Review
at Teach First
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)
Teaching
lewisham
Review Submitted: March 2023
Overall Rating
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!
5/5
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Overview of Experience
5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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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 insight and what was involved on a day-to-day basis.
On day one of the program we were welcomed by the program leads and the CEO of TeachFirst where they shared their vision. Next we completed a presentation and debate task where we prepared arguments in small teams, before finishing the day with another key note speaker.
Day two was quite similar to before, where we were able to build on the skills we had learnt the day before to create and present a lesson.
Day two was quite similar to before, where we were able to build on the skills we had learnt the day before to create and present a lesson.
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
It was extremely eye opening as I was unaware of the number of partner companies Teach First had in there network. Additionally, for some of my colleagues it was a good first hand experience as to what teaching is really like and how to make a difference with the education system.
Please rate how insightful you found the insight
5/5
How would you rate the structure of the insight
5/5
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
I learnt about some of the skills that teachers use to create successful and efficient lessons which I was not aware of before and hope to apply to later teaching opportunities. Also the ability to discuss important educational problems that are going on today with a group of people and to try and come up with creative solutions.
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 insight
5/5
What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
The atmosphere was friendly which made it very easy to network with people of similar backgrounds. We were catered for the whole two days and I think this also massively helped to boost the atmosphere on both days.
How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
5/5
How would you rate the networking opportunities?
5/5
Please rate how valued you felt during your insight?
5/5
Overall Experience
To what extent did you enjoy the insight?
I really enjoyed this insight - it showed how you can make a difference to the education system in the classroom and beyond, even after teaching which I was fully aware of. Additionally it showed bow many different organizations and companies are all pulling together to achieve the same goal, which was impressive.
Please rate your level of enjoyment on the insight
5/5
Please rate how your experience met your expectations
5/5
Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?
I was reimbursed 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
Go for it! Be passionate and open to new ideas.
