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- 74Teacher voice
The additional struggle others ignore
Throughout my 5 years in teaching I have found gaining stability employment is incredibly difficult. Fixed term contracts being cut off around about exam time or before timetable change, some contracts only lasting a few months and then hoonf there will be eno
- 75Teacher voice
Move outwith my control
Because I wanted to continue working as a teacher rather than leave the profession I made the decision to move to England to look for better employment opportunities. My move was therefore a positive decision to continue my teaching career and find more stabil
- 76Teacher voice
We are left without support, without answers and completely alone trying to navigate hardship.
I have been on antidepressants, I have attended counciling, I have lost friends and relationships because the reality of teaching is dreary and completely changes you as a person. I have contacted my local MSP’s, I am proactive in seeking opportunities but the
- 77Teacher voice
Qualified to teach - struggling to work
I find it ridiculous that not only are full time employment opportunities scarce, but we are also being denied the opportunity to do supply in other council areas, including my own.
- 78Teacher voice
Story 87
In my fourth year of teaching, I consistently secured fixed-term contracts, but after two years in my local authority, I faced challenges.
- 79Teacher voice
Story 85
After three years of a long commute for my permanent teaching role, I’ve decided to take a career break and return to Australia.
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Story 79
In my fifth year of teaching, I’ve worked in over 10 schools and faced numerous challenges, securing only two temporary contracts despite su
- 81Teacher voice
Story 74
After completing my probationary year, I faced constant setbacks in securing a permanent teaching position, leaving me feeling frustrated
- 82Teacher voice
Story 72
Being on supply has made paying my mortgage a terrifying stress, as I’m technically the higher earner when I get work.
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Teacher voices
First-person accounts of insecure teaching work, published anonymously after review.