Education
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Education careers
Education careers support learning, development and training in schools, colleges, universities, workplaces and community settings.
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Subjects that appear across Education careers
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Early Years Practitioner
Early years practitioners support the learning, development and wellbeing of babies and young children through play-based education and care.
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Education Adviser
Education advisers support schools, colleges and education providers by improving teaching quality, curriculum development and educational outcomes.
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Education Welfare Officer
Education welfare officers work with schools and families to improve attendance, safeguard children and remove barriers to education.
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Educational Psychologist
Educational psychologists help children and young people overcome learning, emotional and behavioural challenges by working with families, schools and other professionals.
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Further Education Lecturer
Further education lecturers teach students aged 16 and over in colleges, sixth forms and training providers, delivering academic and vocational qualifications.
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Headteacher
Headteachers lead schools by setting strategic direction, managing staff, overseeing budgets and ensuring high-quality education for all pupils.
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Learning Mentor
Learning mentors support children and young people by helping them overcome barriers to learning, improve attendance and develop confidence.
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Nursery Practitioner
Nursery practitioners provide care and early education for young children, supporting learning, development and wellbeing in nursery settings.
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Primary School Teacher
Primary school teachers educate children across a range of subjects while supporting their academic, social and emotional development.
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Secondary School Teacher
Secondary school teachers specialise in one or more subjects, helping young people develop knowledge and skills for further education and employment.
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Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teacher
SEN teachers support children and young people with additional learning needs, adapting teaching approaches to help every learner succeed.
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Teaching Assistant
Teaching assistants support teachers and pupils by providing classroom assistance, delivering interventions and helping children achieve their learning goals.
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Training and Development Officer
Training and development officers design and deliver learning programmes that help employees develop new skills and improve organisational performance.
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Tutor
Tutors provide personalised teaching and academic support to help learners improve knowledge, confidence and examination performance.
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University Lecturer
University lecturers teach undergraduate and postgraduate students while carrying out research and contributing to academic knowledge.
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