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Our Schools Blog brings you the latest insights and developments from the education industry. As well as expert analysis and advice, you’ll also find product demos and developments from our team. From the latest recruitment trends to staff training and retention, here you’ll find a range of useful information to help make your job easier.
How to write the perfect teaching personal statement
We know applying for teaching jobs can be daunting – but it doesn’t have to be. Here’s our handy guide to how to write a teaching personal statement, so you can make a great first impression.
Should you use AI for your teaching job application?
Teachers and AI is a heavily discussed topic today. But should you use AI for your teaching job applications? Here’s our guide to the pros and cons of using AI to support you in putting your job application together.
5 positive behaviour strategies that change classroom behaviour over time
Building a positive classroom culture doesn’t have to be one big task. Building simple habits into your everyday classroom practice can support classroom behaviour management and, over time, contribute to a positive classroom culture.
The new suspensions and exclusions guidance: what’s actually changed, and what it means for your school or trust
New DfE statutory guidance applies from 26 July 2026, and it flags just three changes. Here’s what they are, what you need to do about them, and the bigger opportunity the document quietly points to.
What you pay attention to becomes your classroom culture
Our classroom culture is shaped more by attention than intention – read further to explore how spotlighting positive behaviour in your classroom helps you create a positive classroom culture and improve behaviour.
6 time-saving tips for teacher job hunters
Finding a new job as a teacher can seem overwhelming and can take up a lot of precious time. Here are our tips from the experts on how you can make it as effective as possible.
How to get your first teaching job
We know it can feel like a big task to start applying for your first teaching job – so we’ve put together a handy guide to take you through the process step-by-step.
7 ways to hone your job search to find the right school
Selecting a workplace that really suits you can be difficult. Here’s our seven-point checklist for making sure you find the perfect role for you.
Reading between the lines of a job description
Writing a job application can be daunting – here’s our translation of a few statements commonly found in job descriptions, so you can understand what they really mean.
Interview tips for teaching jobs: 5 ways to make a great first impression
At a job interview, first impressions matter. Here are five of our interview tips for teaching jobs, so you can make sure the panel remembers you for all the right reasons.
Signs of domestic abuse in children: safeguarding against domestic abuse in schools
Safeguarding against domestic abuse in schools might involve a child who is being abused themselves, or a child witnessing abuse between parents. Learn how to identify when a child at your school might be experiencing domestic abuse and what to do if you suspect abuse.
Benefits of classroom routines and structure
Expectations, structure and routine are vitally important to classroom management. Learn the benefits of getting it right from day one, and how to consistently maintain routines throughout the year.
Signs of dyscalculia and how to support children with dyscalculia
Children with dyscalculia tend to struggle with maths and number-related problems. Learn how to spot signs of dyscalculia and how to support children with this condition in the classroom.
Dyslexia support in schools
Learn all about dyslexia, including what exactly it is, signs of dyslexia and how teachers can support dyslexia in the classroom.