Product reviews for Good Ideas for Good Teachers Who Want Good Jobs

Gerald Haigh in his own inimitable style has produced an easily read book full to the brim with advice, tips, tricks and awareness of pitfalls for teachers of all ages considering applying for teaching posts.  The advice for newcomers to the teaching profession is excellent.  The author covers key issues such as making applications, doing groundwork, school visits, how to sell yourself at interview, teaching a good demonstration lesson, within an easily read and highly informative format.  The use of cartoons to illustrate key points discussed is particularly helpful for the reader

With the current  emphasis on performance management, performance reviews, and changing management structures within schools, in particular the growth of academies and free schools, many teachers have become restless  and anxious regarding the fear of redundancy. As a consequence,  although keen to move their careers forward individuals may lack the skills to effectively market themselves. This book is a “must read” for all teachers considering moving on or being forced into change fora variety of reasons.  Gerald Haigh has produced a brilliantly written book full of common sense and realistic ideas which should be available in all staff rooms.