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  Resource CentreThere's a wealth of teaching and learning resources available online but sometimes it's difficult to know where to begin looking. This list is by no means exhaustive but it is designed to help you locate relevant resources quickly.
BBC schoolshttp://www.bbc.co.uk/schoolsLesson plans, worksheets and other resources. Also check out a superb range of educational games for all ages. Use the quick links below to find some great BBC learning sites to use in the classroom: www.bbc.co.uk/schools/teachers/keystage1.shtml www.bbc.co.uk/schools/teachers/keystage1.shtml www.bbc.co.uk/schools/teachers/keystage1.shtml www.bbc.co.uk/schools/teachers/keystage1.shtml
The Association of Teachers' Websiteswww.byteachers.org.ukThis site provides two services: categorised links to educational websites that have been checked for quality and are free; and a virtual school which is beginning to provide online lessons and activities.
Busy Teachers' Websitewww.ceismc.gatech.edu/busytAn American site providing well described categorised links to external sites as well as lesson plans and activities.
Schoolsnetwww.educate.org.ukSchoolsnet is designed for reviewing schools but in the classroom section you will find a growing number of lesson plans for primary and secondary. Free registration required to access site fully.
Homework Eleplantwww.homeworkelephant.co.ukPrimarily a site to help children with their homework but it can be used effectively in the classroom. Also has links to a number of sites in the teachers' section.
National Curriculum onlinewww.nc.uk.netFor every subject this site has the programmes of study and non-statutory guidelines, attainment targets and notes and links to online teaching resources.
Primary Resourceswww.primaryresources.co.ukFree lesson plans, activity ideas and resources for primary teachers well organised for easy searching.
School Zonewww.schoolzone.co.ukSearchable database of educational websites, rated by teachers.
Sites for Teacherswww.sitesforteachers.comLinks to loads of educational websites rated by popularity.
Teachernetwww.teachernet.gov.uk/teachingandlearning/resourcematerials/Resources/index.cfmA searchable database of lesson plans and resources
Teachers TVwww.teachers.tvA video for every occasion - every key stage, every subject, every role - clips to use in the classroom and excellent ideas to try out too.
Teaching Ideaswww.teachingideas.co.ukFree lesson ideas, activities and resources for primary years. Easily searchable with lots of useful links.
Teaching Resourcewww.teaching-resource.co.ukLinks to lots of educational websites categorised by subject, also links to NNS and NLS worksheets.
Times Educational Supplementwww.tes.co.uk/resourcesThe resource section on this site provides free resources and site links submitted and reviewed by teachers – a great way to save time.
Topmarkswww.topmarks.co.ukA site for the primary classroom, especially rich in fun interactive whiteboard resources to use as a whole class or individual activities.
Teacher Resource Exchangewww.tre.ngfl.gov.ukA database of resources and activities created by teachers and checked by subject specialists. Requires login but is free.
Under fiveswww.underfives.co.ukProvides lots of worksheets, topic ideas, planning help and links to other sites suited to the foundation stage and younger. Online newspapers
Education Guardian Onlinehttp://education.guardian.co.ukNews and views with an educational theme.
Times Educational Supplementwww.tes.co.uk/communityCheck out the discussion forum, noticeboard and blogs to really find out what is happening in other classrooms. Government sponsored sites
Curriculum Onlinewww.curriculumonline.gov.ukSearch and view online curriculum resources, many of which are available free. Also gives advice on how to use technology in schools.
Department for Children, Schools and Families.www.dfes.gov.ukKeep up to date with all aspects of policy affecting children and young people
General Teaching Council for Englandwww.gtce.org.ukStay up to date by checking out the Research of the Month section or link to the Teacher Learning Academy to continue your professional development.
Ofstedwww.ofsted.gov.ukUseful for checking out a school's Ofsted report before you go in!
Qualifications and Curriculum Authoritywww.qca.org.ukOrder publications, search schemes of work, keep up to date with policy and information about the National Tests.
Teachernetwww.teachernet.gov.ukA government website containing a wealth of material on educational issues. Behaviour management
Behaviour 4 Learninghttp://www.behaviouruk.com/A site established to assist initial teacher training in the area of behaviour management. It contains a variety of research articles, advice, book extracts and even film clips designed to offer ideas of how to positively manage behaviour.
Behaviour UKhttp://www.behaviouruk.com/Provides key information, resources and advice on a range of behavioural issues. Professional associations and support services
Union sitesUnion websites offer support and advice on a wide range of professional issues from health and safety to school trips. Membership is not always necessary to access the information.www.ascl.org.uk - Association for School and College Leaders www.askatl.org.uk - Association of Teachers and Lecturers www.nasuwt.org.uk - National Association of Schoolmasters Union of Women Teachers www.nut.org.uk - National Union of Teachers www.pat.org.uk - Professional Association of Teachers
Teaching associationsTeaching associations provide support, advice, professional development opportunities, conferences and many other services to their members. Joining associations can be especially beneficial to supply teachers as they can help to prevent feelings of isolation from the teaching community.Follow the link below to view a list of the main organisations. www.teachernet.gov.uk/professionaldevelopment/professionalassociations/teachingassociations
Subject associationsSubject associations promote their subject, perform and digest research, provide networking opportunities and their members share an enthusiasm for the subject. Joining a subject association will enable supply teachers, who have limited INSET opportunities, to remain at the forefront of their subject.Follow the link below to view a list of the main organisations. www.teachernet.gov.uk/professionaldevelopment/professionalassociations/subjectassociations Know your CVThe interviewer may have a copy of your CV in front of them at interview. Make sure that you know all the information on your CV and that your CV is up-to-date. Ideally update your CV after any block of work or any completed professional development.
Prepare for the actual interview - interview questions
After the interview Whether or not you are successful in getting the position, your consultant will contact you as soon as they have heard from the school. If you have not been selected for the post, the consultant will ask for feedback. Digesting and acting on this feedback will ensure that you are even more prepared for the next interview. Two final points Slow down! What happens when we're nervous? We gabble, rush our speech and leave important stuff out. Remember - silence can be your best friend. Pausing for a second or two before starting to answer questions can make you seem thoughtful, methodical and in control. Teachernet self-study materialsThis informative section of the Teachernet website provides information on the following topics relevant to supply teachers:
http://www.teachers.gov.uk/supplyteachers/volume.cfm?&vid=1 Research of the Month British Educational Research Journal Online interactive whiteboard CPD
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