Secondary School Teacher
Role Description
Secondary school teachers support, observe and record the progress of pupils aged 11 to 18. They teach the national curriculum with the aim of ensuring a healthy culture of learning. They also liaise and network with other professionals, parents and guardians – both formally and informally.
Student Case Studies
Salary
New teachers: £25,714 to £36,961.
Head teachers: £100,000.
Hours
Typically 8.30am till 3.30pm or 4pm. You'll only work for 39 weeks in the year.
Prospects
Some move out of schools and into other related jobs like advisory roles, education officer or examination board administration
Skills Valued by Employers
- Respect for children
- An interest in their development both academically and as people
- excellent communication, listening and interpersonal skills
- Capacity to learn quickly and good judgement
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Energy, resourcefulness, responsibility and patience
- Dedication, resilience and self-discipline
- A caring nature and an understanding of the needs and feelings of children
- Able to work independently, as well as part of a team
- A sense of humour and perspective
- Imagination, creativity and analytical skills
- Good understanding of your subject and ability to explain topics coherently.
