Insight Classroom Teacher Review

by Teach First

This review was submitted over 4 years ago, so some of the information it contains may no longer be relevant.

Rating

3.9/5
  • About You
    3.6
  • The Company
    3.8
  • Everything Else
    4.3

    About You

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy the insight?

    • Overall, a very enjoyable experience to meet new people. Placement in school was a very rewarding experience.

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?

    • Placement in school was fantastic. Built up week a little dull.

    4/5
  • 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?

    • Varied a lot but overall good.

    4/5
  • 4. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and information you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • Definitely worthwhile

    4/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • At times lacked structure but overall good.

    4/5
  • 6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?

    • A very friendly atmosphere was always maintain and whilst tiring and occasionally dragged a little a very fun experience.

    4/5
  • 7. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • A lot of talks were given which gave a good overview of teaching though not necessarily always the most interesting.

    4/5
  • 8. To what extent did the insight help you to understand what it would be like to have a full time role with the company or firm?

    • There was a lot of opportunity to talk to both people who were still on the graduate scheme and those who had finished it which was very helpful.

    4/5
  • 9. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?

    • Was able to become fully immersed in the culture.

    4/5
  • 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?

    • Definitely gave me a better understanding what I wanted to do.

    4/5

    Everything Else

  • 11. Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?

    • Travel/accommodation/food provided.

  • 12. Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees of the company or firm?

    • Lots.

    5/5
  • 13. How were the networking/ social event opportunities?

    • Many social occasions organised.

    4/5
  • 14. Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?

    • Lots of opportunity to engage with employees both in and outside work.

    4/5
  • 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?

    • Definitely would recommend to anyone who has the slightest thought of teaching as a career. Incredibly rewarding experience.

    5/5
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Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

London

May 2013

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