Interview Skills for Teachers

Good preparation will encourage student motivation and support the employer who have offered a placement opportunity.

Trident from Edexcel have developed an interview skills pack to help teachers, employers and students to prepare for placement.

Interview Skills for Teachers
Learn DirectFree impartial information and advice on skills assessment, apprenticeships and careers. The website also includes video clips and checklists for interview preparation.
Careers WalesComputer quiz/game on preparation for work experience.
The National CouncilFor Work Experience offers support and development of quality work experience for the benefit of students, organisations and the economy.
ConnexionsProvide advice and information for young people. It also provides support up to the age of 25 for young people who have learning difficulties or disabilities (or both). Quizzes on interview preparation are also included on the website.
The Department of Children, School and FamiliesSupport and advice for young people and employers on the support available to develop skills.
Direct Gov - Preparing for WEXInformation about the options and routes available to young people to gain the skills needed in life .From new diplomas to GCSEs, Apprenticeships, AS Levels or other courses that can help give you the skills you need to take control of your future.
Direct GovInformation, advice and tips for young people preparing for work experience.
QCA PublicationsQCA publications (Online shop). Keys skills for developing employability, QCA (2001) Learning through work-related contexts - a guide to successful practice, QCA (1998). Wider opportunities for work-related learning at key stage 4, QCA (1999).
Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship to YouthOffers advice, training and support to teachers and youth professionals on helping young people from low-income communities build skills and unlock their entrepreneurial creativity.