There are many questions surrounding Gained Time: "Is it real or just a myth?" "What can I use my Gained Time For?" "What can I do to avoid my Gained Time going to waste?" If you've been asking yourself these same questions, listen in and join the discussion to see what solutions and ideas you can take into your own context.…

Tom is joined by HOD for Science, Joel Kenyon, whose school (Dixons Academies) is due to introduce a 9 day a fortnight working pattern, providing teachers with a full extra day off every 2 week cycle. How will this work? How will this be timetabled? What other innovative strategies is the school introducing to retain staff? Find out in this incredi…

Host Rae is joined by guest Lauren Smith, a whole school Reading Co-ordinator, to discuss common barriers to reading and literacy and how secondary schools can support their most reluctant readers.Από τον Teachers Talk Radio

Chris discusses the merits of gaining extra teaching qualifications whilst teaching with special guest Paul Goldsmith.Από τον Teachers Talk Radio

Nazya and Krupa talk to Lizana Oberholzer about how research around mentoring and coaching can help teachers and leaders in this ever changing environment.Από τον Teachers Talk Radio

In this episode, Dana Mezei shares with us her journey from Romania, where she initially qualified, to Germany, where she currently teaches English at a secondary school.Από τον Teachers Talk Radio

Hannah and guest Danielle Clark discuss the importance of always learning for teachers and leaders.Από τον Teachers Talk Radio

Sarah discusses the potential stigma around staying in the classroom. Hear from outstanding classroom teacher Aoife Barry and Principal, Sarah Curtis as they discuss the profound impact and rewards of focusing on teaching. Discover why being 'just' a classroom teacher is a powerful and fulfilling career choice.…

Samantha discusses teaching and learning abroad: both the teachers who move from the UK to countries overseas to work in the international sector, and the students who move from other countries to the UK to study.Από τον Teachers Talk Radio

Chris is joined by paramedic and university lecturer, Harry de Voil, discussing the inevitable rise of vaping in our schools and what must be done to stop it being used as an emotional crutch for our young people, sometimes sanctioned by the very people sworn to protect them. How can our school policies and systems prevent this surge in vape usage …

On today's show we talked about literature for intercultural awareness and mediation. My guest, Dr. Claudia Ferradas is a teacher educator with NILE (Norwich Institute for Language Education). She has worked in more than twenty countries, encouraging the use of literature and the arts in language teaching. She has published poetry collections in En…

Becky Dawson talks to me about mental health in education and discusses the importance of a whole school approach to improving well-being alongside some small steps to make it better to be in education.Από τον Teachers Talk Radio

Maxine is joined by Monique Berry to discuss her first year as a headteacher.Από τον Teachers Talk Radio

A frank and reflective discussion with Vice Principal Chris Simmons on the impact of leadership on staff motivation and pupil outcomes.Από τον Teachers Talk Radio

Gill Batsman shares her experiences and reflections about her science technician role in a secondary school as we discuss the joys, the challenges and the graft of supporting practicals in science, and wider school life.Από τον Teachers Talk Radio

Join Adam in conversation with Swabra Lloyd as they discuss the joys and pitfalls of being a Headteacher and what moving from Deputy to Head really entails. From setting vision and ethos to balancing staff wellbeing with unapologetically high standards, the job of Headteacher is vast and challenging, but as Swabra explains, deeply rewarding and ver…

Cold Calling - the TLAC questioning strategy that has got everyone talking this week. Tom explores what cold calling is and why it has stirred such strong reactions from across the education world. What questioning strategies do teachers use in the classroom and where does cold calling fit in? Is it really as problematic as it's critics suggest or …

Amanda talks to guests Sara Burns and Jess Hawthorne about their experiences during their teacher training year and the advice they would give those considering going into teaching as well as those who have been teaching for a while or are current school leaders. How can we collaborate and learn from each other most effectively?…

Join Chris in conversation with Jo Tompkins as they talk about how crucial the arts are in education and its impact on our most vulnerable students.Από τον Teachers Talk Radio

Liliya Morska talks about her use and research using MOOCs (Massively Open Online Courses) in her teaching at university with students in Poland and Ukraine.Από τον Teachers Talk Radio

Year 6-7 Transition. Two experienced SENCOs - Katie Hall (secondary) and Emily Smith (primary) share their thoughts on what works well in two very different schools. Hear from Emily about primary schools inviting secondary SENCOs in to meet students in Y5 as well as Y6 and Katie explains how she has set up a bespoke provision to support Y7s with EH…

This week's guest is a former teacher, now Chair of Education at the University of Birmingham. We discuss his essay: 'The Evil of Authoritarian Education. Banality and Compliance in the Neo-Liberal Era'Από τον Teachers Talk Radio

How do we create the perfect teaching partnership? Sophie invites her partner teacher Beth Ewin in to explore what makes the dream teaching team and how to manage those challenging moments when the partnership breaks down.Από τον Teachers Talk Radio

Morgan and Tod chat with timetabler extraordinaire Rizwana Shaikh on the art of creating a great timetable. Given the demands and constraints of facilities, staffing, resources and curriculum Riz shares her insights and tricks of the trade. Timetabling is the backbone of the school and the timetabler brings the institution to life by balancing many…

What happens when social media platforms open up the floodgates for schools to face unlimited criticism over their school policies? What impact does this have on us as a profession and what can we do about it? Join me to debate all these questions and more!Από τον Teachers Talk Radio

Tom is joined by Dan Worker (Deputy head and History teacher), Michael Downes (Head of History), Robert Simpson (English teacher) and Helen Bradford-Keegan (a Foundation Head of Educational Research & Innovation 0-19) to discuss effective revision strategies. What are the best revision strategies? What do you use? What revision routines do you prom…

Rae talks to Richard Beard about science teaching, examinations and whether science classes should be set.Από τον Teachers Talk Radio

Leading assessment in the foundation subjects. Matt Foy is an Assistant Headteacher and assessment lead. He has a particular interesting and expertise in the assessment of the foundation subjects.Από τον Teachers Talk Radio

In this second episode from international schools worldwide, we look at inclusion and why it is just as important in the EAL classroom as it is in mainstream (English) first language classrooms. Adrienn Szlapak, my guest is an EAL specialist at an international school in Malaysia.Από τον Teachers Talk Radio

Nadia talks about the importance of music education in schools with guest Daniel Connor.Από τον Teachers Talk Radio

What hacks do you use to keep on top of your workload and reduce your own cognitive overload? Samantha discusses it here from AI to old fashioned exercise books. The show ends with a special guided meditation to help you unwind from the day.Από τον Teachers Talk Radio

On today's show, I spoke to Gustavo Gonzalez about the use of songs, film and TV in the classroom. We also spoke about the new GenAI songwriting tools and other AI tools.Από τον Teachers Talk Radio

Following on from last week's show on whole-school approaches to wellbeing, Darren discusses what it means to create a school culture, the danger of not being deliberate in behaviours and the differences between climate and culture.Από τον Teachers Talk Radio

In this episode, we explore the intricacies of task design in education. Joined by Alex Bedford, Lauren Meadows, and Elliot Morgan, we unpack how well-constructed tasks can enhance learning, minimising distraction and get children to think hard. Drawing on key educational theories, this episode provides a comprehensive look at how to challenge stud…

Got lots of EHCP applications to do? Needs assessment requests taking hours (or even days) of your time? Join me as I share some tips to help you reduce your workload around needs assessment requests and also how you can use the law to help you get your LA to agree them. I also bust some of the myths around what you 'should' do before applying and …

Michelle is joined by special guest Angela Slack to discuss the teaching of grammar in schools.Από τον Teachers Talk Radio

Hannah Wilson is joined by Stephen Clifford-Franklin from Resus Rangers, who provide Quality First Aid Workshops, Assemblies & Educational Resources for Teachers of Primary School Children across the UK. They explore what the requirements are and what opportunities Resus Rangers can provide to meet them. Find out more at resusrangers.com.…

Tom is joined by Alex Rawlings, primary headteacher, plus assorted teacher-callers who share their views on the recent controversy regarding this corridor. Does corridor decor matter? Is it a reflection on school culture? Where does school design fit in with school performance? Listen to this discussion to find out!…

In this show, Adam is joined by Paul Cline, a teacher and Professional development lead from Suffolk. Adam and Paul discuss all things Instructional coaching, getting to the crux of the similarities and differences between approaches including the facilitative to directive spectrum and the crucial role of awareness and diagnostics.…

Anna Hudson and her guest Toya Dunscombe explore the challenges and barriers facing looked after children in the education and care systems, and suggest a few things teachers can do to help them.Από τον Teachers Talk Radio

Toby and Piers Gledhill talk about how to make pair-teaching work in the classroom, whether it's with TAs, mentees or teachers. We also look at the culture of isolation and discuss how to make teaching more inclusive and open.Από τον Teachers Talk Radio

In this show Kirsten and I discuss definitions of well-being, key strategies that teachers can implement in their classrooms and some of the challenges that teachers face in prioritising pupil wellbeing alongside academic achievement.Από τον Teachers Talk Radio

David is joined by Josh Perry Garry the 2022 National Diversity Award winner, Head of History, author and public speaker. In this show they discuss what diversity in the History curriculum means, what a truly diverse curriculum looks like and why it matters.Από τον Teachers Talk Radio

Darren looks at what a WSA to wellbeing looks like and thinks about why staff wellbeing should be just as big a priority as pupil wellbeing.Από τον Teachers Talk Radio

My guest this week is Naomi Eisenstadt the first director of Sure Start. Sure Start was the boldest attempt to close the inequality gap in education since the inception of the welfare state. In light of recent IFS reports showing the long-term benefits of Sure Start, we reflect on its successes, failures, and legacy.…

Tom Rogers talks to Australian behaviour expert Bill Rogers about all things behaviour in schools - what's going wrong? What needs to change? What strategies should teachers implement in the classroom? What about restorative conversations? Sanctions? Impact? School leadership support? All this and more covered in this 90 minute conversation - enjoy…

Stephen takes listeners on an eclectic journey through myriad topics pertinent to teachers including a magnificent trip to Norfolk.Από τον Teachers Talk Radio

Paul talks to Dr Cheryl Bauman about caring leadership. This episode is a 'must-listen' for current and aspiring leaders in schools. Episode Chapters (06:12) The strong relationship between formal and informal leadership (15:10) Leaders have to have self-belief (22:56) Being a servant leader takes courage. It's being caring and collaborative (31:40…

Sabrina and Ian Moore discuss Project Based Learning and how Ian has designed, developed and implemented it for his construction students.Από τον Teachers Talk Radio

Julia Waters, the sister of headteacher Ruth Perry, joins Tom Rogers to discuss all things OFSTED. Julia talks about the lead up to the death of Ruth, the inspection which a coroner concluded was a cause of her death and the 56 days between the inspection and Ruth's death. Also in this interview - What has Julia's experience of Amanda Spielman, Gil…