Teacher Interview Questions UK

[@ForTeachersChannel]

Interview questions can be TOUGH - Especially as a Teacher. In this video, we go through some of the most popular questions that you might be asked as part of this process. Which difficult questions have you been asked recently? Please post here so we can discuss them as a community and provide support to others :)

[@PencilsandMagicWands]

A challenging question that I was asked last year during a phone interview was to tell about a challenging student I had and how I addressed that challenge. I was also asked to tell about a time I dealt with a difficult parent and how I addressed students that had special learning needs.

[@Jay-vs4fi]

Thank you for your video, I went for an interview yesterday (a role that I'm currently in). In went so well and I used your videos to help, it went so well. I got the job permanently, so thank you so much for your tips!

[@sallynicholson3502]

Yay, just been offered a job after watching your advice 😀🥰👍

[@ev2814]

Thanks, I missed out on a job, watched your video about 5 times and got the next job!!

[@gilesb250]

I went through this video the day before my first interview and your questions/advice were really useful - and I got the job! Thank you for putting this together 😄

[@simplyjefftv1283]

this video helps me a lot!!!!! everyone who dream to work abroad I recommend you this and have Faith in God.

[@xpozure]

Teachers interview questions are so ridiculous, for example why do you want this job? answer I need money. Why do want to work here? answer I need money. What do you think of our behaviour policy? answer: its crap, nobody follows it. it is only used to mess with teachers and to impress Ofsted. where do you see yourself in 5 years? Answer: on a beach relaxing and not here. How would you deal with a child that is not behaving? (do you want be to tell what I want to do or what you want to hear). We should skip this question. If you need more help please feel free to reply, I will only tell you the truth. For example, you will not be rich as teacher, you should get your dream job, learn from it, gain experience from it, don't just become a teacher and have nothing to fall back on and you need some to actually teach, learners don't want you to just teach text book what everyone else is learning, they might as well stay at home and watch KZbin video's. There are some challenging behaviour children that will go out of their way for you to lose your job. Enjoy life, buy a house, have children, don't get caught up with the educational system politics until you have finished paying your mortgage. DO NOT LET YOUR WORK ENVIROMENT RUN YOUR LIFE.

[@amberroberts7745]

Common questions for PGCE applications surround 'what does diversity mean to you?' or 'how do you create an inclusive environment?'

[@neilsidebotham5784]

I’ve been asked before about how I will involve parents in the children’s learning or how I will get parents involved in the school.

[@ForTeachersChannel]

I think fitting into the wider community and a commitment to that are key to being a successful teacher. I think it’s worth considering how you can be a part of that community for sure.

[@princessrockz1000]

Hi, I'm going to finish my BA3 QTS placement next week and I'm hoping to get a job soon. Can you make a video on tips for applying for jobs: the CV, cover letter and interview stage please. idk what to include on a good teaching cover letter. Please.

[@ollieacres5736]

Personally as a secondary school drama teacher this will be very helpful as most of these questions I got myself

[@queendelaclassroom6450]

Thanks Katie & Ryan for sharing your tips/questions! I especially like the idea to have a favorites list because although I know the answers it helps to have the resources written down.

[@ForTeachersChannel]

Definitely I feel like those questions can throw you so much! I’ve been caught out before so it’s good to make a quick list.. even if it’s just in your head! When was the last time you went for an interview? I had one this year and it was really informal so I didn’t find many of these questions came up. I guess each scenario is different!

[@queendelaclassroom6450]

My last interview was in May and I am preparing for upcoming interviews...one can never be too prepared :)

[@ForTeachersChannel]

Agreed! It’s so good to get a few different experiences under your belt too. I actually don’t mind an interview - I feel like I grow so much each time! If you think of any extra tips for others feel free to post them here. Thanks for checking out the content :)

[@KateTheSleepyTeacher]

I’m a bit late but super excited. This is really helpful ! I think when they ask about yourself you should focus on what relates to the job only but adding an extra touch is definitely nice !

[@ForTeachersChannel]

Thank you Kate! We know that it’s important to find a balance between personal and professional. You don’t want to come across like you live and breath teaching but of course want to sound like you know what you’re talking about 😅 Glad you enjoyed the new video!

[@jamesanderson-ke7dz]

THANK YOU !!! my nerves jave just evaporated

[@ozgeb.8188]

Recently, I have been asked about my teaching philosophy and how I have implemented it through assessments and activities.

[@mishahatton9362]

Hi. I watched this video probably about 5 times before my first teacher interview today. .... I have now been offered a job as an NQT! Just wanted to pop on here and thank you both- this definitely helped me prepare (I may have quoted you for one question haha) Cheers and best wishes to you both in these unprecedented times. Xx

[@ForTeachersChannel]

I love this comment. I actually shared it on my Instagram as I loved it so much (I hid your name incase you wanted to remain private!) I am so happy to hear that the video has helped you to find a job! Your NQT year will be very memorable. Enjoy every moment 😌😌 and thank you for supporting the channel xx

[@multicolour5879]

I was asked what I would do to raise attainment in the classroom. Also what kind of professional development I have taken recently.

[@katiekelly5369]

Thankyou so much for this great resource! Looking into applying for a PGCE in primary education and this is so helpful.

[@ForTeachersChannel]

Thank you for the feedback. Good luck with your course! 😇😇

[@PencilsandMagicWands]

Hi Katie & Ryan! Loved your video and the suggestions you’ve made. I’ve been thinking about doing a Teacher Interview video as well. I’m going to meet with my principal and get feedback from her. You are so right about people coming in to classrooms and looking straight at the teacher’s data binder or the students’ data trackers. They want to see progress. In my district they even ask the students what they are learning about and what their strengths and areas of improvement are. They want the students to have ownership of their learning. Thanks again for all of the wonderful tips! They are really great. Wishing you the best always. Have a beautiful day!

[@ForTeachersChannel]

Thank you for your response to our video - I know others will find it useful! It’s definitely so important to acknowledge progress and I think it’s becoming so popular to concentrate on that rather than the actual teaching methods. We forgot to mention that often people will ask the children rather than the adult. In our first video about interviews we discussed how sometimes children are involved with the interview process and can be featured on the panel! Thank you again for the kind words. I hope you also have a beautiful day!

[@aliceshawphillips7949]

I love the puppies story!

[@ForTeachersChannel]

I think thats why I got the job - super calming!

[@gem.04]

Me too!

[@mohammadtamouni4297]

You are amazing, guys. Thanks for this very useful video.

[@janasmekalova3161]

Hi guys, thanks a million for your video! I am applying for PGCE and actually your video is really helpful! I think I might get similar questions... Thank you!!

[@ForTeachersChannel]

Thank you for leaving a lovely comment! Please let me know if any similar questions come up. And good luck!

[@coockiekat]

Safeguarding question 100%!

[@injilazain6929]

Thank you for everything you share with us it's so helpful.😊

[@ForTeachersChannel]

You are very welcome! We love hearing positive feedback, please do share with any teachers or future teachers going through interviews right now.

[@gem.04]

Thanks. I've had 2 failed interviews this year.. feeling like I'm not going to secure anything for September :(

[@ForTeachersChannel]

Don’t worry Gem many teachers interview in more than 2 schools before securing a job. Sometimes the school already has someone in mind for the position! Did you ask for feedback or do you have any idea why you didn’t pass?

[@gem.04]

More experienced candidates/they already knew x

[@Jay-vs4fi]

Do cover teachers find out the same day as well?

[@lshine5368]

Thanks for this guys ❤️❤️

[@susanpenley6441]

All of these ideas are super helpful!! Thank you!

[@ForTeachersChannel]

Thank you! I hope the questions will support new or qualified teachers with a quick interview refresh ☺️

[@kindkindergarten5845]

I am catching up on videos :) I was recently on an interview panel so it was really interesting to be on the other side! Good tips here!

[@ForTeachersChannel]

Thank you Moira! I bet it was interesting to be on the panel for once. I hope you didn’t ask tricky questions ;)

[@iotscafe]

What a nice advice!!

[@ForTeachersChannel]

Thank you Henry! Do you interview people ever? Do you ask questions similar to this?

[@tarastokes1045]

Hey Katie, I am planning on applying for my Primary PGCE to begin in September 2020. I have a couple of queries! What is the difference between Uni led and School based PGCE? And are some unis better than others (and will enhance your chances of getting a good job?)

[@chamindidayaratne9917]

Hi can you pls Explain about QTS exam ? I really enjoy watching your videos I am learning so many new things. Thankyou

[@peace-po1hy]

Thanks guys!!

[@25Haleyscomet]

Hi, I am currently a Secondary teacher in a high school looking to transition to Primary. I have always had to teach a short lesson as part of my interview process, is this the same for Primary applications? And if so any tips for a great interview lesson. Many thanks :)

[@huda1985]

someone asked can you talk me through your lesson from beginning to end?

[@andreamacielga]

Thank you

[@ForTeachersChannel]

No worries. Let me know what else you would find useful on this channel. Have a great day!

[@saqibishaque67]

I am 52 years and retired from airforce in the rank of Wing Cdr. I love teaching . i have done a degree. which route do you thing is best for me to get into teaching line. I have been offered a place in MA TESOL in one of uni in UK. presently doing IELTS which is requirement of MA TESOL.

[@ForTeachersChannel]

Hello! What decision did you make in the end?

[@izzysadventures98]

I've made a list of all of the questions mentioned here as well as some other ones I'm expected to be asked at my interview next week. Take a look if you're interested izzylearningcurves.wordpress.com/2020/03/22/teacher-interview-questions/

[@nabilanoor7421]

Do you also get a call telling you that you didn’t get the job?

[@ForTeachersChannel]

You will normally receive a call or email telling you if you have been unsuccessful. Especially if you have been into the school to formally interview. If you just sent an application off this might not always be acknowledged. Hope this helps!

[@elie3423]

YOU BOTH ARE SO SO CUTE

[@brahimkamel8327]

Guapísima profesora

[@sineadclancy2786]

I’m going to two interviews next week for secondary English teacher training, do you think this advice will apply to this setting to some extent? I’m really struggling to find videos with secondary interview advice

[@ForTeachersChannel]

I'm so sorry I can't help with secondary interview advice. Teaching forums and Facebook groups may be your best bet. How did the interview go?

[@suzstyling]

Hi Sinead - I have a few interviews lined up for secondary English over the next month and am also struggling with finding any good advice. Assuming you've had yours, I was hoping you'd be able to share some of the questions you were asked? Thank you! (And good luck!)

[@sineadclancy2786]

suzstyling hiya! Yeah I’ve had my interviews now and they both went really well. The main questions I was asked were things like, why do you think teaching is right for you? What do you think you could bring to a classroom? A tricky one I was asked was that I was given a statistic around boys not learning as well as girls and how I would try to tackle this issue

[@suzstyling]

@@sineadclancy2786 Thank you, that eases my nerves a bit! Good luck in your teaching career :)xx

[@sineadclancy2786]

suzstyling thanks :) and you! Good luck with your interviews, just show you’re passionate and be yourself:)

[@jaskaran-ll3xk]

We will link it here - no link there

[@tommywithacamera]

Hi! I’m in my last year of uni and I’m on course to get a 1st or 2:1. I’m really loving the idea of being a teaching but for my a levels I got CDD. Are teacher training institutions highly concerned about a levels? Any advice would be greatly appreciated:).

[@ForTeachersChannel]

What were your A levels in? There are always routes around this, there are more ways than ever into teaching now. Let me know and I’ll see what I can figure out for you!

[@tommywithacamera]

For Teachers My A levels were in Geography, History and Politics!

[@ForTeachersChannel]

I don’t know for certain, but I imagine this would be acceptable for a teaching degree. Will you study ‘teaching’ for 3/4 years or do you plan on doing a specialised degree (eg. History) at university, then adding a PGCE on the end?

[@linban3687]

Hi lovely teachers, I got asked "if you were a fruit, what would it be?" 🤷🏾‍♀️

[@umeshadsule2846]

Can you help me 😢please ?

[@ForTeachersChannel]

Sure, what’s your question? ☺️

[@mohammadtamouni4297]

Are you both a brother and sister?

[@mohammadtamouni4297]

@Ned Chil hahaha, a lovely brother. She is soooooo beautiful.