Slidetotheleft

Slidetotheleft

Teacher currently in Year 5
Musical Theatre Enthusiast!

Insta: @missb.ect

2021 | Year in FIlm

2021 | Year in FIlm

Durham University in film

Durham University in film

I got my first teaching job!

I got my first teaching job!

Ranking Durham Uni Colleges

Ranking Durham Uni Colleges

Murder Mystery Evening

Murder Mystery Evening

2020 | Year in Film

2020 | Year in Film

Dogfight | A Video Memoir

Dogfight | A Video Memoir

2019 | Year in Film

2019 | Year in Film

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  • @alienfairyprincess
    @alienfairyprincess19 күн бұрын

    not me actually watching it in three years time

  • @elysiam2907
    @elysiam2907Ай бұрын

    When you said I still can't believe I'm an adult I laughed - I really just finished uni and am feeling like that haha

  • @felixislucky333
    @felixislucky3335 ай бұрын

    picked chad's as my 1st choice college yesterday. thanks for reaffirming my choice!!

  • @susato5704
    @susato57046 ай бұрын

    I never really took the gcse, I feel really behind compared to the majority of my class. I also really struggle with the writing aspect and it's really, really hard to find A Level Drama revision tips so this video helped out so much!! ❤

  • @frankodiachi7978
    @frankodiachi79788 ай бұрын

    Your video was helpfull and informative I have an interview next week I wish I could get more information

  • @BananaProductionsP
    @BananaProductionsP10 ай бұрын

    Starting the PGCE this month, and wanted to ask, around what time of year would you suggest to start applying for teaching positions? Thanks for the informative video btw!

  • @Slidetotheleft
    @Slidetotheleft8 ай бұрын

    I began in January and secured a position in March - this was relatively early but I'm glad I did it as it allowed me to relax and focus on the rest of my course instead of interviews :)

  • @aminah.03
    @aminah.036 ай бұрын

    How has your experience been so far?

  • @4my4blessings
    @4my4blessings3 ай бұрын

    ​@@Slidetotheleft how does one do interviews while being expected to be in school & placements? I am starting my SCITT/PGCE in September and yes, jobs afterwards ARE on my mind.

  • @user-tl8zp2vs3e
    @user-tl8zp2vs3e Жыл бұрын

    Amazing that your education is not getting in the way of your ‘bar’ and alcohol obsession 🤦‍♂️

  • @Slidetotheleft
    @Slidetotheleft11 ай бұрын

    If you're already at Durham and looking at which college which decides your accommodation location and social life... why would the education part matter?

  • @user-tl8zp2vs3e
    @user-tl8zp2vs3e11 ай бұрын

    @@SlidetotheleftBecause parent/s like me are concerned about that as an outcome, even my daughter who just graduated from Durham, seems to have been able to fit some study into her time there, between Flat White and Jimmy Allens. Ps. I appreciate your swift response 🤦‍♂️

  • @Slidetotheleft
    @Slidetotheleft10 ай бұрын

    Sorry I'm not chronically online so I can't reply to you in seconds. Anyway, I'm still not really sure what your point here is but if it helps you to live your life, I'm happy to report that I love my current job whilst also having some fun, sociable memories from uni as well as a 2:1 degree. Let's promote having a good work/life balance please! Thanks for your time and have a good day.

  • @My_Lyfe
    @My_Lyfe Жыл бұрын

    I do Maths, Drama and computing. No one ever understands that I actually like theatre 😂. Anyways, comp 1 Drama tomorrow woooo. I’m doing small island for my theatre review, but ik lots are doing Othello. Good lucks guys!

  • @erinfitzzpatrick
    @erinfitzzpatrick Жыл бұрын

    omg twinnem doing small island as well

  • @My_Lyfe
    @My_Lyfe Жыл бұрын

    @@erinfitzzpatrick goood luckkk we will see how it goes!

  • @Ubique71
    @Ubique71 Жыл бұрын

    My daughter is thinking of Durham after A levels. Loved the college rankings from awhile ago, any new thoughts?

  • @jess82384
    @jess82384 Жыл бұрын

    omg i ADORE the way you edit these videos you're genuinely so funny! I'm going to be doing a Secondary PGCE in September so its been great to see a fellow young person's journey into the profession!

  • @Slidetotheleft
    @Slidetotheleft11 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much!! This made my day x

  • @matthewleech7901
    @matthewleech7901 Жыл бұрын

    got me very worried for the fact I was just allocated st aidans despite the fact it was my 9th preference 💀

  • @tryst_hugh3670
    @tryst_hugh3670 Жыл бұрын

    Sadly with new WJEC rules, you’re not aloud to bring in books with notes. Everything else was helpful though

  • @alannahg1872
    @alannahg1872 Жыл бұрын

    this made me giggle and was helpful THANKS LAV

  • @gregdargue8813
    @gregdargue8813 Жыл бұрын

    This generation is doomed

  • @Slidetotheleft
    @Slidetotheleft Жыл бұрын

    and why's that?

  • @littlepanda1027
    @littlepanda1027 Жыл бұрын

    How about trevelyan?

  • @yuricorallini7098
    @yuricorallini7098 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the useful information :) At which stage of your PGCE did you start your job applications?

  • @Slidetotheleft
    @Slidetotheleft Жыл бұрын

    I began applying from January and was lucky to secure my role at the end of Spring term but this was pretty early compared to my peers!

  • @fcbarcelona4eva
    @fcbarcelona4eva Жыл бұрын

    kzread.info/dash/bejne/qneV2LGuo86Wobw.html

  • @aymeechingwara4904
    @aymeechingwara4904 Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations! I’ve got my PGCSE interview next month, I’m dreading it but I can’t wait

  • @tomworrall190
    @tomworrall190 Жыл бұрын

    When does a typical day start and finish? Thanks

  • @arthuralexander9981
    @arthuralexander9981 Жыл бұрын

    Durham isn't even a top 10 UK university academically speaking! Go to a proper Oxbridge alternative like Edinburgh or UCL. Durham attracts all the Oxbridge wannabes who then try to recreate that experience at Durham, but then they realise later that Durham wasn't worth all the effort in getting there in the first place!

  • @angelarhee
    @angelarhee Жыл бұрын

    What are the top 10 uk university then? I'm curious as I'm not from the uk🤔

  • @arthuralexander9981
    @arthuralexander9981 Жыл бұрын

    @@angelarhee Check the global rankings (QS, THES are the two most respected ones). I just want to say that Durham is still very highly regarded in the UK, just not outside the UK. It reminds me of Georgetown University from the USA - old and traditional, very good, but not World class like Oxbridge or the Ivies.

  • @zxcvbn3817
    @zxcvbn3817 Жыл бұрын

    Someone got rejected…

  • @jamiemccrudden9790
    @jamiemccrudden97905 ай бұрын

    How's the job going at Asda?

  • @tprice1735
    @tprice1735 Жыл бұрын

    Why do people bother with this A-level when most careers, and unis, don't value drama? It is often considered to be a "soft subject" by most universities. Even becoming a trained, paid actor is a tedious process with just 10% of all trained actors surviving in the industry beyond 3 years. (A former drama school teacher told me this).

  • @Slidetotheleft
    @Slidetotheleft Жыл бұрын

    Who said the subject is just for those pursuing acting? The view that Drama is a 'soft subject' really REALLY grinds my gears as I strongly believe it should be considered on par with subjects such as History and English. The essay element of the subject is vast and looks at similar themes of wording that English does, only with the added aspect of how this is performed. In terms of jobs - would you not agree that public speaking and communication is one of, if not the most, important skill for any career? What other subject focuses on this so explicitly? On top of that, what do you mean by 'not valued' by most universities? Sure, if I was trying to pursue engineering that wouldn't seem the most relevant subject but I think Durham University found it just fine when I applied for my teacher training course - a career that involves many elements of performing and analyzing emotions of children! If a company or uni did not 'value' Drama as a subject, I would not want to be part of their team anyway. Thanks for your input!

  • @ashleythorpe7933
    @ashleythorpe7933 Жыл бұрын

    Me, a 1st year Hatfielder: It's treason then.....

  • @ALBUMOF2008
    @ALBUMOF2008 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for being positive about it - all I’ve seen from other people are nightmare placements etc… I’m really nervous but excited haha

  • @MA-bi3yz
    @MA-bi3yz Жыл бұрын

    For an overseas teacher living outside UK & having neither a work permit nor a national insurance number, does that mean she is not entitled to apply for a teaching post in UK?. As to the QTS, can it be obtained online? Does it have an expiry date? Where may I get materials to study it? Can I submit a proof of enrolment and work till I receive the certificate? Is there any exceptions for teachers from QTS or any other alternatives? What’s the shortest time to get QTS?Can you teach while earning it? Is there a table that clarifies the diff. Bet. Pgce and qts esp. with regard to the requirement of each? Are there For a teacher living outside UK & having neither a work permit nor a national insurance number, does that mean she is not entitled to apply for a teaching post in UK?. As to the QTS, can it be obtained online? Does it have an expiry date? Where may I get materials to study it? Can I submit a proof of enrolment and work till I receive the certificate? Is there any exceptions for teachers from QTS or any other alternatives? What’s the shortest time to get QTS?Can you teach while earning it? for training on each test? What are the best universities to enrol PGCE & QTS & how much are the fees? Can they be taken online?

  • @youdontknowjack6682
    @youdontknowjack6682 Жыл бұрын

    I have a question. Well it’s not really a question and more just OH GOD IM SCARED I WANT TO DO THIS SEPT 2023

  • @youdontknowjack6682
    @youdontknowjack6682 Жыл бұрын

    @@fouziasadiq4223 no

  • @youdontknowjack6682
    @youdontknowjack6682 Жыл бұрын

    @@fouziasadiq4223 hope I’ve not offended

  • @janicafavis8553
    @janicafavis8553 Жыл бұрын

    This was really helpful thank you!! I start my PGCE in Manchester in a few weeks. Can I ask when you started appyling for jobs?

  • @Slidetotheleft
    @Slidetotheleft Жыл бұрын

    Hiya! I started applying around January and was lucky to secure my job end of March :)

  • @TaraMoo
    @TaraMoo Жыл бұрын

    Ive followed your videos throughout your time in Durham. I also went to Durham- I wonder if our paths ever crossed!! So crazy that you have already done a full year of teaching, congratulations.

  • @laurencole7342
    @laurencole7342 Жыл бұрын

    This video is so inspiring, you always come across so genuine and real. It's so inspiring and I've loved watching your teaching journey so far!! These life updates are so helpful and reassuring so thank you!

  • @yuhanzhang9297
    @yuhanzhang9297 Жыл бұрын

    i was also a durham student and currently almost graduate from LSE master. i follow you since the A level reaction video, it is good to see you in a good state which gives me a lot of confidence to the coming career. it’s like i am growing up with you although we never met in-person. anyway, love u !

  • @raquelDRS5936
    @raquelDRS5936 Жыл бұрын

    first comment and i like your cover

  • @syedzubair3629
    @syedzubair3629 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you Mam for your valuable advice my pleased request for you please upload m.ed course in UK thank you.

  • @YK-ij3eb
    @YK-ij3eb2 жыл бұрын

    Hello, Is there a way to change the college after being allocated? I genuinely want to go to college with gowned formal dinner. 😭

  • @Slidetotheleft
    @Slidetotheleft Жыл бұрын

    I'm pretty sure there is an option to do this moving into your second year but not sure about the first! Usually you have to provide a serious reason eg disability access

  • @Emily-mv1zl
    @Emily-mv1zl2 жыл бұрын

    we took the exact same subjects lmao 😂

  • @pranaveshravi86
    @pranaveshravi862 жыл бұрын

    Hi , I'm going to be studying Mechanical Engineering at Durham from this year onwards , I've been allocated to St Chad's college I have absolutely no idea about the life in that college , can someone pls help me out on explaining about it? Thank you

  • @sandramaduoma5736
    @sandramaduoma57362 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for this vid !

  • @ardenyue
    @ardenyue2 жыл бұрын

    I applied through the GOV UK website, not ucas, I got an offer for an interview at a Primary School the day AFTER I applied. No idea what questions they’re going to ask 😭😭

  • @Slidetotheleft
    @Slidetotheleft2 жыл бұрын

    oh gosh! I hope it went well!

  • @ahmediqbal581
    @ahmediqbal5812 жыл бұрын

    How to do PGCE online in UK?

  • @Slidetotheleft
    @Slidetotheleft2 жыл бұрын

    I'm not entirely sure... that's not the route I pursued!

  • @tonydear9402
    @tonydear94022 жыл бұрын

    ....doing the PGCE online...uni of Cumbria...then hope to go to a school as NQT...

  • @RONALDOSIUU730
    @RONALDOSIUU730 Жыл бұрын

    Out of curiosity is David Mason still there? He was Head of PGCE in Science at Uni of Cumbria when I was on placement in 2010?

  • @IsabelS767
    @IsabelS7672 жыл бұрын

    You are so funny 😂

  • @cloudsendstories7959
    @cloudsendstories79592 жыл бұрын

    Can international students do pgce?

  • @Slidetotheleft
    @Slidetotheleft2 жыл бұрын

    Yup!

  • @seunorisco5040
    @seunorisco50402 жыл бұрын

    Yes. I'm from Nigeria and I'm going to start PGCE in September. Though I'm really worried about getting to work while I study.

  • @seyiadejor6154
    @seyiadejor61542 жыл бұрын

    @@seunorisco5040 hi, I really would like to speak with u. Where are u at the moment

  • @joyoverflow3671
    @joyoverflow36712 жыл бұрын

    @@seunorisco5040 This a question that bothers most internationals. but from the videos i've watched so far it seems a lil bit tough working part time while on placement due to the workload. meanwhile we need something to cater for our bills

  • @NS-wj6kl
    @NS-wj6kl2 жыл бұрын

    What bachelor degree did you do to get into teaching? I’m doing art and design this year but does primary education need an undergraduates?

  • @Slidetotheleft
    @Slidetotheleft2 жыл бұрын

    I did a Psychology undergrad and then a one year PGCE to get my teaching qualification. Some people do a three year primary undergrad instead but both lead to the same outcome of teaching status!

  • @ellena6271
    @ellena62712 жыл бұрын

    hi, I am going to Durham for PGCE training too. Was wondering how did you deal with commuting from the school you were on the placement to the place you live? Or do you recommend renting flat around durham university or around the school?😆

  • @Slidetotheleft
    @Slidetotheleft2 жыл бұрын

    So I lived with some undergrads near the centre. The uni asked me where I lived and so therefore placed me at a school that was nearer - I had a commute of about half an hour door to door using the bus.

  • @physicsvedika657
    @physicsvedika6572 жыл бұрын

    Nice video..I have a bachelors degree in chemical engineering am I eligible to apply for a course like pgce physics for secondary school

  • @Slidetotheleft
    @Slidetotheleft2 жыл бұрын

    Yes, definitely!

  • @physicsvedika657
    @physicsvedika6572 жыл бұрын

    @@Slidetotheleft thanks for replying, I just become fan of you and watching all ur videos .I just want to ask you a lengthy question here “is it worth doing a pgce course in England. Im from India, I’m 32 yrs old having 8yrs experience as a lecturer. I do teach physics for competitive exams(11 and 12 grade).I’m actually doing quite good now but I would like to explore world and earn handsome money. so How good is pgce for me. Do I get jobs immediately and have faster carrier growth?? Is it risky?? Plz give ur views.

  • @ashmash4563
    @ashmash45636 ай бұрын

    @@physicsvedika657sadly money is not good at all in teaching. Go into it only if you have passion for teaching. Sadly the money vs stress is not sustainable.

  • @shx1906
    @shx19062 жыл бұрын

    PGCE student and totally stressed out lol! But it will be worth it hopefully 😂

  • @Slidetotheleft
    @Slidetotheleft2 жыл бұрын

    You got this!

  • @MP-mg7og
    @MP-mg7og2 жыл бұрын

    12:04 nice.

  • @MP-mg7og
    @MP-mg7og2 жыл бұрын

    With respect, viewers please do your own research. Always thought... PGCE secondary - allows you to also teach primary. PGCE primary - does not allow you to teach secondary.

  • @Slidetotheleft
    @Slidetotheleft2 жыл бұрын

    QTS is just a qualification towards being a teacher, it is up to a secondary school as to whether they want to employ someone who trained in Primary. I know a couple of trainees from my Primary PGCE course that moved into teaching KS3 at secondary school. If you have a good specialism subject knowledge - you're good to apply!

  • @richasali6003
    @richasali60032 жыл бұрын

    Durham University seems to be absolutely stunning... super excited to be joining this fall. Are there many international students or Asian students at Durham?

  • @abhinavoberoi2199
    @abhinavoberoi21992 жыл бұрын

    Hey, same, I’ve heard the population of intl students isn’t that high but it’s pretty inclusive

  • @ryansanil2599
    @ryansanil25992 жыл бұрын

    Can the references be both academic?

  • @Slidetotheleft
    @Slidetotheleft2 жыл бұрын

    I think so but the recommendations are one professional and one academic.

  • @ryansanil2599
    @ryansanil25992 жыл бұрын

    @@Slidetotheleft ohh alright

  • @Karina-hc3gf
    @Karina-hc3gf2 жыл бұрын

    I was really shocked to hear you say that if I do a primary PGCE and get QTS, I could teach my undergrad degree subject at GCSE or A Level! Will I be required to take some kind of extra course to be able to do that, or will I already be qualified enough with just my QTS from primary education PGCE? 😳

  • @Slidetotheleft
    @Slidetotheleft2 жыл бұрын

    If I'm honest I'm not entirely sure! I haven't looked into it in too much detail as it's not a route I'm considering at the moment. However I imagine that simply a QTS in Primary and then some experience working with secondary aged children could land you in an interview!

  • @MP-mg7og
    @MP-mg7og2 жыл бұрын

    I believe.... Secondary PGCE - you can teach primary. Primary PGCE - you can't teach secondary.

  • @sikoetu5349
    @sikoetu53492 жыл бұрын

    Wow, looks like you thought a lot about how to create a classroom that will be appealing for the pupils. Is it mandatory in the UK to have things like a "reading corner" or "calm area"? My fifth-grade (2014) classroom in Germany was the most plain looking and boring thing you can imagine. We had no toys or anything colourful in there, I guess our class teacher wasn't as motivated and engaged as you are. Your pupils can be lucky to have you :)

  • @Slidetotheleft
    @Slidetotheleft2 жыл бұрын

    Not mandatory but highly recommended - especially at my new school! It is so useful and engaging for the children. It makes them actually want to be there!