Teaching can bring with it a number of benefits, and is still considered one of the most rewarding careers in Bedford. However, whether you are trying to become a teacher for the first time, or are looking for a new position after having had a teaching job in the past, there are a number of ways you can find the best teacher vacancies in Bedford. These include looking online, in local media, enquiring with recruitment agencies in the area, and phoning up schools on a speculative basis to see if there is any work available. Here are some tips on how to find teacher vacancies Bedford.

1. Use local media

Local newspapers and magazines will sometimes advertise teacher vacancies Bedford, so have a look at these when searching for the right job for you. Sometimes local papers will include positions that are not advertised online, and using a combination of websites and local media can assist you in finding a teaching job. When applying for a new position, remember – your CV is imperative. Make sure it is completely up-to-date and enlist the services of a professional resume company who will be able to spell-check the document and make sure it shows off your best qualities and skills. You will need to include all your previous teaching work on your CV, as well as details on the training or educational qualifications you have received in the past. It can also be a good idea to include a covering letter with your application alongside your CV. This document will include information on why you are applying for that particular position, and you can include the qualities you feel you have to help you secure the job.

2. Use the internet

The internet can be a great place to look for local teaching jobs in Bedford, as long as you know where to look. Make use of different job websites that specialise in teaching jobs, and then filter your results based on the parts of the town that you would want to work to. Always consider how far a school is to your home when applying for a position, and if you are going to rely on public transport, make sure the school is situated close to a bus stop. Some websites will even allow you to sign up for email or text alerts – two valuable services that will send you a message when new jobs are available, saving you a lot of time and hassle. You will be one of the first people to hear about new jobs via this method, and then can apply for a position if the closing date is upcoming.

2. Look online

Many websites display supply teacher vacancies Bedford, so do your research and find the best websites in your circumstances. Many of these sites will allow you to search the type of role you are interested in. You can then tailor your search by filtering the results based on your current location, or the area of the country you are looking to move to. You can then filter these results even further, and use other criteria to aid with your search, for example how far a particular school is from you, and whether the position is part time or full time. Some supply teacher jobs UK websites allow you to sign up for email or text alerts, and you will receive a message when a new job position that matches your criteria becomes available. This can have a number of benefits, and will make sure that you are one of the first people to apply for a job – ideal if the position has an upcoming closing date.

3. Use a recruitment agency

There are a number of recruitment agencies in Bedfordshire, many of which are based in the market town of Bedford. These agencies may cover other industries, but should include teaching jobs, so phone the company ahead and see what type of work they specialise in. A recruitment agency will be able to forward your details to different jobs, saving you a lot of time and hassle. Although you will need to attend an interview with the agency before they can recommend you for work, you may be able to increase your chances of finding work – especially as some recruitment agencies have access to certain positions that are not advertised elsewhere.