Welcome from your Head of School
A very warm welcome! I’m delighted that you are considering joining our community of aspiring educators, and I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate you on making it to this important stage of your journey.
Here at University of Gloucestershire, we are committed to developing outstanding teachers who are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and diverse learning environment.
We pride ourselves on our strong partnerships with local schools and communities, and as an institution, we are dedicated to anti-racism, decolonising the curriculum and inclusive practices. We seek individuals who share these values and are eager to contribute to creating an education system that reflects and respects the diversity of society.
I wish you the best of luck in your interview, and I look forward to seeing how you can contribute to the next generation of exceptional educators.
Graham Parton, Head of School of Education, Health and Science
Your interview
This interview is an opportunity for you to showcase your passion for teaching, your commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and your vision for the role you will play in shaping the future of education. We are looking for candidates who demonstrate resilience, creativity, and a genuine desire to support all learners in achieving their full potential.
Essential information
Please email copies of the following documentation to us at [email protected]:
- A valid form of identity that includes a photograph, e.g. a passport or driver’s photocard licence
- GCSE English and Mathematics certificates (or equivalents)
- Certificates for your degree, if you have already completed it
- A completed and signed copy of the suitability declaration that was attached to your interview invite (Please note we need a written signature, not an electronic signature)
- A completed Mathematics subject knowledge audit form that was attached to your interview invite
Pre – Reading Task:
Before your interview, please read the article included below and consider the following questions:
- What key points would you take from this as a teacher?
- What questions do you have as a result of this article?
Rosenshine, B., 2012. Principles of instruction: Research-based strategies that all teachers should know. American educator, 36(1), p.12.
Be prepared to discuss your thoughts with the panel at interview.
Your interview will be conducted online via Teams. You will be sent the relevant link to access your interview via email prior to the day. To access your interview, you will need to click on the link provided. Please ensure that you have downloaded the relevant application software i.e. Microsoft Teams or that you are able to access the software through your web browser.
Before your interview please allow plenty of time to become familiar with the software and on the day itself time to log in and be ready for your interview to start. We recommend logging on 5 minutes before your interview begins.
Task
You will be expected to plan and talk through how you would deliver a 10-minute activity to introduce some new learning for a Year 7 mixed ability group (i.e. the activity should not be a recap or retrieval task). Please ensure you consult the National Curriculum when deciding what you will teach and ensure it is relevant to your PGCE course subject.
Your individual interview
During the individual interview we will be assessing your communication skills, your understanding of the work of a teacher, your ability to realistically assess your potential, and to consider and explore your overall suitability for entry to teacher training. Therefore, we may also ask you questions about the information you have already provided with your application. You will be given the opportunity to ask us any questions you may have. If you have any questions or require more information about your interview, please contact our admissions team on 03330 141414 or email [email protected].
Please ensure you have read the information about the tasks and that you have the resources you need.
We must ensure you are who you claim to be by verifying your identity, so, please ensure you have the original of your valid form of identity that includes a photograph, (e.g. a passport or driver’s photocard licence) to show your interviewer.
If you have any questions, require more information about your interview or have any special requirements relating to a disability or particular need, please contact our admissions team on 03330 141414 or email [email protected].
Please confirm by return email if you are able to attend, or to request an alternative date/time.
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