In this episode, we spill everything we know about teaching maths. Having qualified as primary maths experts and lead maths in school for many years, we hope this episode is something all teachers new and old can get something from. From busting problem solving myths, to the importance of conceptual understanding, and everything inbetween, enjoy this ultimate guide! Third Space Learning: 9 Problem Solving Techniques: https://thirdspacelearning.com/resources/resource-ultimate-guide-maths-problem-solving-techniques/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachsleeprepeatpodcast/
We aren't afraid of talking about the big issues in education, which means we also like to think of as many solutions as possible. Here are 9 policies we think every school should immediately introduce. What do you think? Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/teachsleeprepeatpodcast
Teaching, especially in the manic term before Christmas, can cause your health and looking after yourself to take a backseat. Charlie, the teachers' health coach, joins us this week to explain why that doesn't have to be the case. With amazing insight, scientificly backed apoproaches & a genuine desire to help, Chalrie has enabled thousands of teachers to live healthier, happier lives. This is a must-listen! Follow Charlie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.teachers.health.coach/
Ofsted have been back in the news and they've caused quite a bit of controversy in the education / teaching world! New frameworks for how inspections will be carried out and how schools will be judged have been release to.... a mixed reception. We talk about what the old system was, what has already been changed from this year, and detail the proposals for change from September 2025! Let us know what you think.
Prepare yourselves for this one... Join us as we discuss 'teacher martyrs' - a modern term that we define early on in the episode. It's a pretty wild ride as Hayden gets rather angry at the state of education. Is there anything we can do or is teacher martyrdom simply too engrained in our culture? Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachsleeprepeatpodcast/
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
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/
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
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/
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
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/
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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