• S5 E9: Inclusion with Hannah Lawrence

    In this special episode, Simeon is joined by Hannah Lawrence, the Twinkl SEND segment manager. She shares ways trainee teachers and ECTs can break down barriers and adopt inclusive practice in their classrooms.

    Twinkl SEND: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/ulyhg

    Twinkl EAL: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/7vzcc

    S5E9 - 34m - Oct 23, 2025
  • S5 E8: Starting Your Primary or Secondary Teaching Placement

    In this episode, Simeon and our new team member Gloria go over what you can expect when your begin your teaching placement in a primary or secondary school.

    Free trial: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/f9y62

    Placement packs: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/qc1i4

    Twinkl Beyond: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/ci9gt

    S5E8 - 33m - Sep 24, 2025
  • S5 E7: Preparing for Your ECT Year One

    In this episode, Simeon looks at ways to feel prepared and ready for your ECT induction and offers his tips along the way.

    Free Trial: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/okts9

    Seating Plan Resource: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/fig40

    Evidencing the Teachers' Standards: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/lq82m

    S5E7 - 22m - Aug 21, 2025
  • S5 E6: Wellbeing for Trainee Teachers and ECTs

    In this episode, Simeon is joined by Twinkl's National Wellbeing Lead, Beck Dawson. They discuss wellbeing challenges for trainee teachers and ECTs as well as offering wellbeing tips and resources.


    Simeon's summer blog πŸ”— https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/v8301

    Becky's blog on boundaries πŸ”— https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/hmatn

    Mind resources πŸ”— https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/rnau9

    S5E6 - 35m - Jul 29, 2025
  • S5 E5: Achieved QTS but Haven’t Found a Position for September… Now What?

    In this episode, Simeon and Ashleigh go over the many options open to teachers who haven't found a full-time teaching position yet or don't want one.


    Twinkl Free Trial πŸ”—πŸ‘‰ https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1lr2bs

    Twinkl Supply Team πŸ”—πŸ‘‰ https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1isfv5

    Twinkl Tutors Team πŸ”—πŸ‘‰ https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/skoe1

    23m - Jun 26, 2025
  • S5 E4: The Expectations and Realities of a Teacher Training Year with Katie

    In this episode, we're joined by Katie, a highly organised and motivated trainee teacher undertaking a paid SCITT route that also offers a PGCE and QTS. We discuss what an average week looks like and Katie shares her advice on many aspects of training, including staying on top of your workload.

    Routes into Teaching Resource πŸ”—πŸ‘‰ https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1fi6ck

    Free Trial πŸ”—πŸ‘‰ https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/qhz6p

    S5E4 - 30m - May 14, 2025
  • S5 E3: Job Hunting Step by Step

    In this episode, Ashleigh and Simeon go through the job hunting process step by step, offering their tips and advice along the way.

    Free trial: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/hflm3

    Job Hunting Mega Pack: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1jpost

    Mock Interviews: https://forms.gle/qfuN6uq4HthreZbc7

    Personal Statement Feedback: https://forms.gle/r6zScgPfZSPuFxaw8

    S5E3 - 31m - Apr 1, 2025
  • S5 E2: EAL Strategies for Trainee Teachers and ECTs with Helen Bodell

    In this special, collaborative episode, Simeon is joined by Helen Bodell from the Twinkl EAL team. They discuss way trainee teachers and ECTs can support children with EAL.

    Trainee EAL resource https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/mmru0

    EAL homepage https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/128z6c

    Free trial https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/xsd7c

    S5E2 - 20m - Mar 14, 2025
  • S5 E1: Building Positive Relationships with Students (with Jack - How to be a Teacher)

    In this episode, Simeon is joined by returning guest Jack from How to be a Teacher to discuss the best ways to build positive relationships with students and the impact this can have.

    Free trial: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1dsmnh

    Positive Relationships CPD: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1ehr1e

    Jack's Blog: https://jackwatson1807.substack.com/p/diary-of-a-teacher

    S5E1 - 25m - Feb 6, 2025
  • S4 E13: Thriving Over the Holidays

    In this episode, Simeon and Ashleigh discuss ways to finish the term on a high and recharge over the festive period.

    Twinkl Free Trial: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1a9jzf

    ECT Festive Checklist: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/iwkgn

    S4E13 - 23m - Dec 12, 2024
  • S4 E12: Plan a Lesson With Us

    In this episode, Simeon and Ashleigh go through the process of planning a lesson and offer tips along the way.

    Free Trial https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/11uptd

    Lesson Plan Template https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1hvfsy

    Objectives https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/nv53m


    National Numeracy Charity schoolsandfamilies@nationalnumeracy.org.uk

    S4E12 - 26m - Nov 1, 2024
  • S4 E11: Breaking Down Barriers - SEND and the Labour Manifesto

    In this episode, Simeon and Ashleigh are joined by Hannah Lawrence from the Twinkl SEND segment. We discuss Labour's manifesto promise to 'break down barriers and shatter the class ceiling' and what that might mean for teachers working with children with SEND.

    Trainee and ECT Tutorial: Classroom routines πŸ”—πŸ‘‰ https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/mogmt

    S4E11 - 28m - Oct 1, 2024
  • S4 E10: Setting Yourself up for Success

    In this episode, Simeon Ashleigh discuss ways to set yourself up for success whether you are beginning your teacher training or your ECT induction.

    Trainee Teacher Starter Pack πŸ”—πŸ‘‰ https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/nraml

    S4E10 - 29m - Aug 30, 2024
  • S4 E9: What to Do over Summer

    In this episode, Ashleigh and Simeon discuss ways to relax and enjoy yourself over the summer holidays, as well as a few ways to get ready for September (if you feel like it). πŸ€—πŸ–οΈ

    Simeon's blog on what to do over summer πŸ”—πŸ‘‰ https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/7c7wv

    Blog on getting ready for September πŸ”—πŸ‘‰ https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/c6tlj

    S4E9 - 25m - Jul 24, 2024
  • S4 E8: Looking back on Your Teacher Training Year With Mr H

    In this episode, we are joined by a special guest, Mr Hallahan, a TikToker and teacher who has just completed his training year. He takes the opportunity to look back on everything he learned and discuss what he loves about teaching.

    ECT Induction pack πŸ”—πŸ‘‰https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/y9j0m

    Follow Mr H here:

    TikTok - @mrhallahan

    Instagram - @cianhallahan

    S4E8 - 24m - Jun 25, 2024
  • S4 E7: Report Writing

    In this episode, Simeon and Ashleigh share their best tips for writing fantastic school reports. They also play a report-based game, which you can try at home.

    AI report writer tool πŸ”—πŸ‘‰ https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/6pout

    General report statements πŸ”—πŸ‘‰ https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/y1bv3

    S4E7 - 29m - May 24, 2024
  • S4 E6: Pursuing Tutoring with Susie from Twinkl Tutors

    In this epsiode, we discuss all aspects of tutoring with our lovely guest, Susie, from Twinkl Tutors. We talk about the practicalities, how much you might earn and whether it is something you can do alongside full-time teaching.

    Tackling Low-level Behaviour Resource πŸ”—πŸ‘‰ https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/q9elz

    Everything you need to get going with tutoring! πŸ”—πŸ‘‰ https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/yc5bv

    Launching your business with confidence πŸ”—πŸ‘‰ https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/9x23k

    Free Taster Pack πŸ”—πŸ‘‰ https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/19jj34

    Twinkl Tutors podcast page πŸ”—πŸ‘‰ https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/aqiwf

    Personal Statement Feedback Form πŸ”—πŸ‘‰ https://forms.gle/GRfSkftFhqsmth3b7

    S4E6 - 32m - Apr 25, 2024
  • S4 E5: Working With Other Adults With Jack (Diary of a Teacher)

    In this episode, Simeon interviews special guest Jack from Diary of a Teacher and we discuss ways to work well with other adults, primarily TAs. Ashleigh and Simeon share their top tips too!

    Working with other adults resource: πŸ”—πŸ‘‰ https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1ds3mm

    Jack's blog: πŸ”—πŸ‘‰ https://jackwatson1807.substack.com/

    S4E5 - 41m - Mar 27, 2024
  • S4 E3: The Realities of Teaching with Ketrina (@teacherteresauk)

    In this special episode, we are joined by Ketrina (@teacherteresauk), a TikTok teacher with millions of views, who is a fierce advocate for work-life balance. We talk about the realities of teaching in 2024, and what she does to ensure she gets free time outside of work and continues to enjoy teaching.

    Links πŸ”—

    Ketrina's TikTok πŸ‘‰ https://www.tiktok.com/@teacherteresauk

    Ketrina's Instagram πŸ‘‰ https://www.instagram.com/teacherteresauk/

    Tips on Work-Life Balance resourceπŸ‘‰ https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1f69w9

    S4E3 - 46m - Feb 27, 2024
  • S4 E2: The New Initial Teacher Training and Early Career Framework (ITTECF)

    In this special episode, Simeon and Ashleigh are joined by Twinkl Digest writer Amy to discuss the newly announced Initial Teacher Training and Early Career Framework (ITTECF).

    We discuss the proposed changes and when they will come into effect so you can feel confident wherever you are on your teaching journey.

    Amy's article: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/125e5t

    Amy's update: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1ig7r1

    The guidance: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/initial-teacher-training-and-early-career-framework

    More from us: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1kfpu7

    S4E2 - 15m - Jan 31, 2024
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