Teachers who work in difficult schools…
The Training and Development Agency for Schools (TDA) has announced a programme of enhancements for teachers who work in difficult schools, along with research showing the impact of good teachers on pupils in challenging schools. In this regard a challenging school is one in which 30% or fewer students gain five A* to C grades at GSCE.
One in three people said inspirational teachers had helped to improve their employment prospects and pay, while almost the same proportion said their self-esteem improved because of a teacher. A quarter also said a teacher had inspired a love of learning.
As well as the £10,000 allowance, available for three years’ service, teachers moving into a challenging school will be eligible for tailored training and possible early access to a new Masters in Teaching and Learning.
Additionally around 5,000 newly qualified teachers will be able to sign up for this school-based qualification when it starts in September and the new financial and training package will be available at the same time in over 500 schools.