Moore Teachers

31 Jan How to Succeed in Your Lesson Observation Interview for a Primary School Teaching Position

Posted at 11:25h in Uncategorised

Securing a teaching role in a UK primary school often involves delivering a demonstration lesson. This gives the interview panel a chance to see how you interact with pupils, manage the classroom, and deliver a curriculum-aligned lesson. To succeed, you need to prepare thoroughly, engage pupils...

23 Jan Education Reforms in the UK: What Supply Teachers and Teaching Assistants Need to Know

Posted at 15:35h in Uncategorised

The UK government is introducing significant reforms to the education system aimed at addressing challenges in recruitment, training, and school environments. These changes are alleged to enhance support for all educators, including supply teachers, and improve outcomes for students. Here’s how the reforms may impact supply...

18 Nov Ofsted’s New Inspection Framework: A Focus on Teachers, Teaching Assistants, and Teaching Quality

Posted at 11:22h in Uncategorised

The education sector is abuzz with discussions about Ofsted's proposed changes to its school inspection framework. According to a leaked report, the new "report card" system aims to evaluate schools across ten areas using a five-point scale, replacing the controversial single-word ratings like "Outstanding" and "Inadequate."...

12 Sep Changes to the Ofsted grading system – what next?

Posted at 15:43h in Education News

Recent changes to the Ofsted grading system, which have been making headlines, represent a significant shift in how schools in England are inspected. Previously, Ofsted inspections resulted in single-word headline judgements such as “outstanding,” “good,” “requires improvement,” or “inadequate.” However, as of September 2025, these one-word...

28 Jun The Crucial Role of Rest and Recuperation for Teachers and School Staff During Summer Holidays

Posted at 13:01h in Uncategorised

As the school year comes to a close, the final bell rings in more than just the end of classes; it signals the beginning of a well-deserved break for teachers and school staff. Moore Teachers knows how the summer holidays offer a vital period for our...

01 Dec Elevating Education: The Essential Role of Teaching Assistants and Learning Support Assistants in Primary School Classrooms

Posted at 16:23h in Uncategorised

Primary schools are not just about classrooms and teachers; they are an intricate web of support staff who are the unsung heroes who craft an enriching environment that fosters learning, growth, and individualised support for every student. While teachers hold the primary responsibility of teaching and...

03 Nov The Importance of Skills Development for Teachers and Staff Working on Supply: Nurturing Education Through Continuous Growth

Posted at 12:38h in Uncategorised

In the ever-evolving landscape of education, teachers and staff members working on supply play a vital role in ensuring the smooth functioning of schools and institutions. These professionals often step into diverse classrooms, facing unique challenges and opportunities every day. To navigate this dynamic environment successfully,...

09 Feb Reducing teacher workload is essential to stem the exodus of teachers leaving the profession

Posted at 12:35h in Uncategorised

The recent NEU teacher strikes have further highlighted the pressures that teaching staff are facing. Pay is certainly a driving factor; however, heavy workloads and unsustainable expectations are a significant contributor in teachers’ decisions to leave. A poll by the NEU shows that nearly half of...

02 Feb The importance of mental health and well-being for primary school teachers and staff

Posted at 13:09h in Uncategorised

Moore Teachers are aware of how the mental health of teachers and support staff within schools is important. It’s particularly important for primary school teachers and staff for the following reasons: Formative years: Primary school years are a crucial time in a child's development, and teachers play...

30 Nov Teaching Assistants and Learning Support Assistants – what’s the difference?

Posted at 16:23h in Uncategorised

Teaching Assistants and Learning Support Assistants provide essential classroom support to the children as well as the teacher, and play a vital role within schools. Moore Teachers place many TAs and LSAs within primary schools and they are in high demand. However, there can be some...