Workshops
Workshops - Trainees will choose two different workshops to attend from the drop-down list below. Please note that places are allocated on a 'first-come, first-served basis' as there is a room capacity for each workshop.
Session 1: 13:00-1:45 and Session 2: 14:50-14:35
The role of research and intellectual curiosity in education’ work – led by Jen Rowan-Lancaster, CTE.
Jen’s session examines why educational research is an imperative aspect of your teaching career. As a Warwick teacher intellectual curiosity will always be part of your teacher make-up and this session will support you to explore what this means for you beyond the PGCE whether that’s completing your MA at CTE or through engagement with CPD opportunities in school.
Paul Hunt has worked in education recruitment for over 20 years, supporting schools throughout the West Midlands with permanent staffing. He has partnered with the University of Warwick for many years to provide mock interview experience to trainee teachers.
Paul and colleagues will be available to offer advice on permanent and temporary teaching work.
Things we’ll cover:
- Is it the right school for you?
- How to write a good application and supporting letter
- Preparing for a lesson observation
- Common teacher interview questions and how to tackle them
- Is supply teaching right for you?
Suitable for: All Phases
Room: OC1.06
Suitable for: EY/Primary
Due to unseen circumstances, this workshop is not able to go ahead. Please visit the secondary leadership workshop.
Room:
The role of the Subject Lead with Randeep Nagra, Cannon Park Primary School.
We'll explore what the role entails, the skills you'll need, and how to successfully navigate this role. You'll learn about different strategies for enhancing your subject area and ways to support and inspire your colleagues.
Suitable for: EY & Primary
Room: OC1.07
Setting up your first classroom with Anna Donnelly – CTE
- Consider what you already know about classroom / learning spaces organisational decisions.
- Think about research linked to this area.
- Make links from across the course to support your decisions when designing your ‘new’ classroom(s).
- Think about your new school policy (if there is one!) on classroom organisation / learning spaces, layout and any non-negotiables.
Suitable for: EY & Primary
Room: OC1.08
The role of the SENDCo, Barrs Hill School
Officially, is to be responsible for the day-to-day running of the school's SEND policy. In reality, it is so much more!
This is a truly unique role that combines two of the more traditional pathways in education: pastoral and faculty leadership. It is one that places young people and their families at the heart of everything you do, ensuring their voices are heard and their needs are met. At the same time, you will hold a key strategic role in shaping school policy and working with the Local Authority. The life of a SENDCo is never dull! I look forward to meeting you if you would like to find out more about this exciting and fulfilling career in teaching.
Suitable for: All Phases
Room: OC1.02
The role of the DSL with Sarah Megeney, Finham Park School
I have been in the teaching profession for 30 years working as a teacher, head of department, teacher advisor, National Strategy Consultant and now as a Deputy Headteacher and Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL). During my session I will share my experience of being a DSL, what it means to be a DSL, why you might want to be one and the incredible difference this role can make to both children and families. If you want to make a difference to children’s futures this could be the route for you.
The role of the Subject Lead with Dan Hawksley, Kineton School
With over 20 years of teaching experience, I’ve taken on a variety of subject and whole-school leadership roles — from KS3 Coordinator to Head of Department. This session is designed to give early career teachers an insight into what these roles involve, the key skills that support success, and the common challenges you might face as you take on more responsibility. You’ll leave with a clearer understanding of the different subject leadership pathways and how you can start preparing now to step into them with confidence.
Room: OC0.04
Teaching and Learning Lead with Clare Taylor Senior Assistant Headteacher & Amy Preece Advanced Lead Learner Blue Coat School.
Would you like to find out more about becoming a Teaching and Learning lead?
During this session, we will explore the role and share with you how you can become a leader of Teaching and Learning.
Suitable for: Secondary
Room: OC0.02
A welcome to the best profession around by a serving Headteacher and a chance to explore the role of senior leaders – led by Teresa Mpofu, Lawrence Sheriff school, Rugby.
What does it mean to be a senior leader? Why would you want to be one? What are the possible routes? How do you nurture and develop your skills? Why is ethical leadership important? What is the role of culture, vision and ethos to a school?
Suitable for: Secondary
Room: OC1.01
The role of pastoral lead- building a knowledge base to become the most effective pastoral lead in a variety of settings with Emma Wilkes.
I qualified as a teacher of geography and, through various twists and turns (including head of geography and senior leadership), I recently took my pastoral experience to work in children’s services at a large metropolitan council. Working as a pastoral lead in a large “All-through Academy” (aged 3 to 18) for nearly a decade, I developed my skills and experience along the way. In the workshop, we will consider the different types of pastoral roles ‘out there’ and the ways it’s possible to gain a wealth of experience in early career stages to stand you in good stead for senior pastoral roles and beyond.
Suitable for: Secondary
Room: OC1.09