The Trainee Secondary Teacher's Handbook

This comprehensive handbook has been written for all those interested in becoming a secondary school teacher. The author offers initial guidance on the 'pros and cons' of choosing teaching as a career before going on to provide advice on how to make a successful application for a place on a training course. The handbook moves on to cover everything you will need to know in order to enjoy a successful training year and ultimately to start that all-important first job. Detailed practical advice is given on- finding out whether teaching really is for you- choosing the right course- preparing and applying for your training course- getting to grips with educational jargon- making the most of your training programme- succeeding in your teaching practice schools- looking ahead to your induction year.This book is a must for anyone interested in becoming a secondary school teacher.