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Ep 86: Workplace Bullying, Toxic SLT & Teacher Martyrs: Omar Akbar (The Unofficial Teacher's Manual)

2024-11-1101:04:44

We had the pleasure of sitting down with Omar, author and secondary school teacher, for an honest and open chat about his experience of workplace bullying in a toxic school. Omar candidly talks about his experience as a younger teacher and the pressure toxic SLT put on staff to work themselves to the bone, and in some cases, CHEAT their way to better scores. You can follow Omar here: https://x.com/unofficialoa?lang=en Omar's podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5liz0H9ui4voyiK4qBWR5S?si=NETGTpiMSHe4Bn7wD2dkcQ&nd=1&dlsi=44256ac47a2d404c Omar's books: https://www.amazon.com/official-Teachers-Manual-Teach-Training-ebook/dp/B071YXP9XR/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.IMtvi36YYuNSjD0LxeGbakFtH_fA1cRdO0jWAPF06lk0V2z_a3s1UlQ19lSA4IzGjZCrRAAzD3me4GF_EnxB_aRBldZ7sJrCxrqQsxLrRvk702zazZaLQeCoHpFfxysHJ8omJfVQyOEmNNj38gUX6Q.ZI1Q-hUaAHMrvACBILV5yvo_-D2E0aiYCNcUrarnYiI&dib_tag=se&keywords=unofficial+teacher+manual&qid=1731267393&sr=8-1

Ep 85: How To Survive The Christmas Term (8 Top Tips)

2024-11-0401:07:33

Half-term is over & we are back for CHRISTMAS TERM! This term is a lot of teachers' favourite, but it also extremely busy and jam-packed with things to get done. Here are our top 8 tips for teachers to survive the Christmas term. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachsleeprepeatpodcast/

Ep 84: Did The Teacher Strikes Change Anything? (Why Education Is STILL Broken)

2024-10-2801:01:46

Nearly 2 years ago, thousands of teachers went on strike because of the broken, underfunded education system. So, has education been fixed? Did the strikes achieve anything? The short answer is, no. Education Is still broken. Here, we discuss how. Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/teachsleeprepeatpodcast

Ep 83: A Teacher's Guide To Prioritising: Which Tasks Can We Bin Off?

2024-10-2101:02:10

Prioritising tasks as a teacher is essential to avoiding burn out. A teacher's list is NEVER-ENDING and you will always find something else to do. So what actually needs doing? What can we bin off, and still not affect your class' learning? How can you balance your input with the impact it has on outcomes? Let us know your thoughts and follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachsleeprepeatpodcast/

Ep 82: The Best Parts of Teaching: Fulfillment, Fun & Making a Difference

2024-10-1401:02:29

Full positive mode this week! Quite simply, we reflect on all of the best bits of the job. What keeps so many teachers going, despite the issues in the profession? Let us know what your favourite parts are 🙌🏻 Instagram: @teachsleeprepeatpodcast

Ep 81: Why Is Education So Obsessed With 'Reinventing The Wheel'?

2024-10-0701:02:56

You've probably heard someone not in teaching say it before.... "Why can't you use what you've already planned?" So teachers REALLY need to re-plan things for every single new class? To what extent does buying into a scheme actually help? If we are really serious about reducing workload and solving the retention crisis, is this something we could calm down a little bit with? The next new fad will roll around in a couple of years and we will have to start again.... what's the point? Are there other ways to adapt teaching? Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachsleeprepeatpodcast/

Ep 80: Is Teaching A Job For Life Anymore?

2024-09-3001:05:47

When we were at school, it felt like teaching was a job for life. Teachers were a broad range of ages, even being older more often than not. What changed? Why are so many teachers saying they can't see themselves doing the job long term? Is teaching a job for life any more? Or is it something you simply have to step away from? Join us as we chat about it! Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachsleeprepeatpodcast/ Follow us on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/teachsleeprepeat.bsky.social Follow us on X (rarely posting on there..): https://x.com/TeachSRpodcast

Ep 79: Is Becoming A Middle Leader In School Ever Worth It?

2024-09-2301:05:08

Is being a classroom teacher enough? Should we always strive to work our way up the ladder in school? What is the boost in money like? Is it *really* a stepping-stone? Is your time just exploited? We look at the pros and cons of becoming a middle leader. We'd love to hear your thoughts. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachsleeprepeatpodcast/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/teachsleeprepeat.bsky.social

Ep 78: How Toxic Schools Use "Accountability" To Bully & Intimidate Teachers

2024-09-1601:12:17

Join us on the Teach Sleep Repeat podcast as we dive into the toxic ways schools use observations, book looks, and display policies to control and intimidate teachers. We'll share shocking stories sent in by listeners and discuss the negative impact these practices have on educators' mental health and job satisfaction. But don't worry, we're not just here to complain! We'll also explore healthier ways to hold teachers accountable without resorting to fear and intimidation. Let's work together to create a more supportive and empowering environment for educators. Follow us on Instagram @teachsleeprepeatpodcast for more.

Ep 77: 23 Things That Should NOT Be Expected From Teachers: Displays, Organising Trips & Orders

2024-09-0901:05:36

Are you an experienced teacher thinking of doing online tutoring? Come and join our team! https://forms.gle/EYg5npWk8bVGZo177 This week, we discuss the 23 point list that the teacher workload reduction taskforce suggested and that has not been written into the STPCD. Some of the things on this list are jobs you will do at some point in the year, but did you know you do not have to do it? Classroom displays... Moving classroom... Organising trips... Find out what else is on the list and let us know.. Is it realistic? Find the full list here: https://schoolsweek.co.uk/dfes-workload-reduction-taskforce-the-early-recommendations-in-full/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachsleeprepeatpodcast/ Follow us on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/teachsleeprepeat.bsky.social

Ep 76: Controversial Teacher Opinions: Ditch Languages, Keep SATs & 4-Day School Weeks?

2024-09-0201:08:09

This week, we discuss YOUR controversial teacher opinions! Blaming parents, keeping SATs, ditching languages?!? We read out your submissions and give say what we think on hot talking points in teaching. We even have a disagreement! Get in touch and let us know what you think. You can find us at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachsleeprepeatpodcast/ BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/teachsleeprepeat.bsky.social

Ep 75: The Ultimate Back-To-School Guide For Teachers: Routines, Behaviour & Self-Care

2024-08-2601:11:24

The summer holidays are about to end & that means one thing.... The new school year is upon us! In this episode, we dive into how to start off September with a bang & hit the ground running. We talk about pretty much everything in this ultimate guide to going back to school: Setting up routines High expectations Nailing behaviour Managing your wellbeing Building solid relationships & Loads more! We can't wait to hear what you think about the episode. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachsleeprepeatpodcast?igsh=MXFkZ2w0Z2k4bnRuNg== BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/teachsleeprepeat.bsky.social

Ep 74: How To Smash Your Teacher Training: 12 Tips To Success

2024-08-0501:00:34

This week we speak directly to our upcoming teacher fanbase with 12 top tips to get the most out of your ITT (initial teacher training) whether it's the 3-year B Ed, the 1-year PGCE or anything in between. Let us know what you think of these tips and this episode! Get in touch: Instagram: @teachsleeprepeatpodcast

Ep 73: 5 Mistakes Every Teacher Makes (& How To Overcome Them)

2024-07-2901:10:30

Welcome to the brains of two teachers as we reflect on some absolute classic mistakes we've made in the classroom over the years. More importantly, we talk about how we've overcome them and grown as teachers. Follow us on Instagram: @teachsleeprepeatpodcast

Ep 72: How To Build A Successful Teacher Side Hustle

2024-07-2201:02:13

Welcome to this week's episode where we talk all things side hustles! We feel like we're always reading posts from teachers looking to earn some extra cash with a side hustle. Usually tutoring... but there are plenty of other options! In this episode we talk about our side hustle and how it's grown over the last six years. More importantly, how exactly we got started, what you NEED to do to pass that first hurdle, discussions on risk management and lots more general tips to help get you started. Taking the first step is the hardest part... Hopefully our pod will help you do that! If it does... Drop us a review & follow the podcast! Instagram: @teachsleeprepeatpodcast

Ep 71: What Makes An 'Amazing' Teacher?

2024-07-1501:04:06

Welcome back! This week, we discuss what makes an “amazing” teacher. What things are always needed… Is there anything that is a bit of a gimmick? Building relationships, subject knowledge, fancy classrooms…. What really matters? Let us know if we missed anything… We probably did… Drop us a review & follow the podcast! Instagram: @teachsleeprepeatpodcast

Ep 70: Surviving The Summer Term, Being A "Fun" Teacher & Tory Collapse

2024-07-0801:04:01

The Tories have been decimated. Gillian Keegan has been booted out. Two lovely sentences! We reflect on the election result, talk about the line between being a fun teacher but also doing the job effectively, and share general tips on how to survive gruelling term 6. We were pretty unhinged in this one.... Hope you enjoy it! Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachsleeprepeatpodcast?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Rate our podcast or share it with a friend. It really helps!

Ep 69: Alastair Campbell On Politics In School, Lowering The Voting Age & Being Optimistic

2024-07-0101:06:03

We are joined by Alastair Campbell, ex-advisor to Tony Blair in the New Labour government & host of the number 1 podcast in the UK "The Rest Is Politics". Alastair has written two books aimed at school children with the aim of doing what sometimes seems impossible.... getting them interested in politics. We talk about lowering the voting age, why all politicians aren't the same & what there is to be optimistic about in the current climate with the potential of a new government. You can find Alastair's books here: Why Politics Matter - https://amz.run/9JTE Alastair Campbell Talks Politics - https://amz.run/9JTF Follow us on Instagram: @teachsleeprepeatpodcast

Ep 68: Should Private School Fees Include VAT?

2024-06-2452:30

Join us as we discuss the imminent plan to add VAT to private school fees. Long overdue? A bad idea? What do you think? We share our thoughts & ideas alongside a bunch of statistics about the current climate. Do get in touch with us and let us know what you think. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachsleeprepeatpodcast?igsh=MXFkZ2w0Z2k4bnRuNg==

Ep 67: Can Flexible Working Save Education?

2024-06-1701:10:53

On the first day of Teach Sleep Repeat, my true love gave to me, an episode about flexible workingggg. On the second day of Teach Sleep Repeat, my true love gave to me, a hypothetical question about Hayden becoming a dogggg. On the third day of Teach Sleep Repeat, my true love gave to me, a McDonald's bag without an apple pieeeee. If you still want to listen to the episode, you are a true fan. Follow us on Instagram: @teachsleeprepeatpodcast

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