The clock is ticking and before you know, it will be September! Use our popular study guides Passing the Numeracy Skills Test and Passing the Literacy Skills Test to get those pesky skills tests done and dusted asap. This seventh edition includes more guidance to help you develop the Key Knowledge required to approach the test with confidence. Updated throughout to reflect contemporary contexts and with new questions. You'll be more confident These books are authored by experts who know the QTS skills tests inside out and used by thousands and thousands of aspiring teachers just like you. You'll know what's coming Hints, tips and handy Q&As help you fully understand the format and structure of the tests and know what to expect on the day of the test. You'll secure your place sooner With full practice tests and loads of practice questions these books will help you get a great score, pass the first time and secure your place on the course sooner rather than later. You can do this!

Are you thinking about applying to teacher training in England? Not sure where to start or what to expect? This is your comprehensive go-to guide with helpful information and advice to help you on this very special journey ahead! Written by experts on initial teacher training in England, this guide: helps you understand the many different routes in to teaching provides essential information about the education sector and the different types of state schools offers advice and practice tests to pass the mandatory Professional Skills tests in numeracy and literacy gives insight about the application process and helpful tips to confidently face your interview Everything you need to know to secure your place on a teacher training course - now in one easy accessible guide!

As a trainee teacher you, must reach a threshold level of skill for English and mathematics. This essential resource for your training supports you to: *audit your skills to find gaps and areas for development; *track your progress as you learn; *keep a record of your skills and competence. The book outlines the 'basic' English and mathematics skills needed to teach. It includes key essential knowledge, contextualized for teachers. It includes practice questions for self audit and checklists and progress monitoring support.

As a trainee teacher you, must reach a threshold level of skill for English and mathematics. This essential resource for your training supports you to: *audit your skills to find gaps and areas for development; *track your progress as you learn; *keep a record of your skills and competence. The book outlines the 'basic' English and mathematics skills needed to teach. It includes key essential knowledge, contextualized for teachers. It includes practice questions for self audit and checklists and progress monitoring support.

Confidently teach Key Stage 3 Mathematics with this two-in-one resource designed to enhance subject knowledge and improve lesson delivery. This resource supports new teachers and non-specialists with expert teaching guidance and detailed examples, alongside online resources that include ready-to-use classroom activities, lesson plans and subject knowledge enhancement activities. Improving your knowledge: - Improve knowledge and deepen understanding with detailed explanations and worked examples for each concept, plus online activities for the reader to put their knowledge into practice - Give non-specialists the confidence to answer questions with suggestions on how to pre-empt potential learning problems and notes on common misunderstandings. Improving your lessons: - Save time planning with photocopiable activities suitable for the classroom, suggested extension tasks and over 60 ready-made lesson plans - all available online. - Provide trusted, practical support for non-specialists with pedagogical guidance from experienced teacher Mark Cassidy and adult educationalist with examining experience Heather Davies.

Are you thinking about applying to teacher training in England? Not sure where to start or what to expect? This is your comprehensive go-to guide with helpful information and advice to help you on this very special journey ahead! Written by experts on initial teacher training in England, this guide: helps you understand the many different routes in to teaching provides essential information about the education sector and the different types of state schools offers advice and practice tests to pass the mandatory Professional Skills tests in numeracy and literacy gives insight about the application process and helpful tips to confidently face your interview Everything you need to know to secure your place on a teacher training course - now in one easy accessible guide!