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What Work Leicestershire EDUCATION Teaching and education is a growing sector, not only in the UK but around the world, and universities in particular are competing in a global market. There are frequent changes to teacher training so it’s worth keeping abreast of entry requirements. The sector provides 45,900 jobs here which link to the many schools, academies, colleges and three large local universities. What is happening? Shortage of subject teachers in... • The area is fortunate to have three excellent universities, with their own renowned specialisms. • There is a shortage of teachers for specific subjects such as maths, physics, chemistry and modern languages. • With new technology, software, and multimedia enhanced lessons, virtual learning will increase, including broadcasting lessons to students externally. The increasing development of online courses (e-learning) will increase demands for skills in this area as well. • There are growing opportunities to bring work related learning to life, for example, webinars from local employers in their industry setting • For many jobs you need a degree but some roles can be entered at a lower qualifications level and there are support roles too, for example admissions officer or school lunchtime supervisor. What could you earn? Nursery worker £14K-£24K Secondary teacher £23K-£67K Headteacher £44K-£115K Higher education lecturer £33K-£55K Learning mentor £14K-£24K Education office staff £15K-£30K Skills & qualities • The range of Apprenticeships to access roles in the sector are increasing. • Roles include secondary education teachers, teaching assistants, EFL teacher, primary and nursery education teachers and senior education professionals. There are also other roles such as special needs and student support. Local employers include • Sixth form and Further Education colleges • There is a shortage of males in early years, primary and secondary education. • Schools, academies, special schools • De Montfort University • Leicester City Council On the web • Loughborough University • Leicestershire County Council • University of Leicester • Language schools https://getintoteaching.education.gov.uk www.tes.com www.tefl.org.uk www.feadvice.org.uk • Childrens centres 17

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