Make sure you take time to build relationships with other trainees and create a support network around you. Don't be afraid to ask for help, the Dixons team will help you find solutions in a caring and compassionate way.
Training to teach is the best choice you will make and you will quickly realise why you decided to embark on this journey. It really helps if you are passionate about your subject, so make sure that you take the time to work on your subject knowledge.
My main tip to thrive during your training year is to ask your mentor questions and get as much support as you can from them.
Always remember you are not alone and when things get tough, seek help. There is always help and support from everyone at Dixons.
When applying, you really need to consider if you are aligned with Dixons Academies Trust’s mission and values. The trust is relentless in providing a wealth of opportunities for its students to challenge social and educational disadvantage. Dixons wants to see that you are as values-driven and as aligned to the mission as they are.
My top tip for any trainees or applicants would be to stay organised from the beginning and balance your workload by managing your time. It is normal to sometimes feel overwhelmed, especially for anyone who is new to the profession, so being prepared is important.
It is important to remember that this is your training year – it is not possible to become the outstanding teacher you want to be immediately. However, by training with Dixons Academies Trust, I have been given the best possible guidance and support to help me to become the best teacher I can be.
Teaching is honestly the greatest job in the world and it will continue to shape and develop me as a person. When I’m standing in front of a class, I am teaching more than a topic, I’m teaching students to be better people, to be resilient, confident and take pride in everything they do.
