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9 Most Common Teaching Assistant Interview Questions and How to Answer Them

So, you’ve achieved your teaching assistant qualification and are ready to take on the classroom. Congratulations! Now just to nail the interview… Today, we’ll work through the nine questions that schools love to ask TAs during their interviews and how to answer them effectively. Even if these specific questions don’t come up during your interview, […]

Taking A Levels as a Mature Student in 2024

In the UK, A Levels are a gateway into the majority of job roles, apprenticeships, and university places. As a result, many former students who didn’t complete their A Levels end up studying them later in life! A record number of mature students are expected to enrol in A Level courses in 2024. Whether you’re […]

Endorsed Certifications vs Regulated Qualifications: What’s the Difference?

When it comes to furthering your education and career prospects, you’ve more than likely come across terms like “endorsed certification” and “regulated qualifications.” These terms can be a bit confusing, but understanding the difference between them is crucial for making informed decisions when it comes time to enrol. In today’s blog post, we’ll delve into […]

What are QCF, NVQ, and RQF Qualifications? What’s the Difference?

The RQF replaced the QCF in 2015, which replaced the NVQ in 2011. Confused? You’re not alone. Today we’ll break down these frameworks, iron out the confusing bits, and answer the following questions: What is an NVQ? What is a QCF? What is an RQF? How do RQF courses work? When did the system change? […]

How to Resit Your A Levels 2024

August 15th 2024 is this year’s A level Results Day. If you’re among the many students who didn’t meet their predicted scores and fell short of their spot at university, don’t start panicking just yet. You have the option to retake your A level exams! That might not be what you want to hear after […]

A Level Results Day 2024: A Complete Guide

A Level results day is rapidly approaching on Thursday, August 15th! As you prepare yourself for the outcome that will guide your path towards university or other pursuits, the weight of expectation may naturally become overwhelming. Predictions indicate that this results day may be one of the most difficult for students in recent memory. Given […]

How to Get Into a Career in Environmental Sciences

Are you passionate about the environment? Do you want to make a difference and reduce your carbon footprint? Then pursuing a career in environmental science could be the right path for you. In this article, we’ll provide you with some guidance on how to break into the industry and what you can expect once you […]

What Jobs can You Get with a Criminology Qualification in 2023?

What is criminology? Criminology is the scientific study of crime and criminals. By examining the motivations and behaviours of criminals, as well as the consequences of their actions, criminologists aim to use these studies to create preventative measures that can prevent crimes from occurring or reoccurring in the future. This is achieved by taking into […]

How To Get a Remote Working Job in 2023

COVID changed a lot of things, namely, where you go to work. In a blink of an eye, employees had to devise strategies that allowed their employees to work, but under lockdown conditions. Yet, this move into remote working has been a long time coming. Research previously suggested that by 2021—and before COVID existed—50% of […]

15 of The World’s Most Unconventional Careers (and How to Get Hired!)

When it comes to becoming a teacher, lawyer, photographer, or manager, we all know the necessary steps and qualifications we need to get our foot in the door. But what if you don’t want to apply for a traditional 9-to-5 job? What if your dream job delves into the realm of unique and unconventional? What […]