Darlington school's recruitment drive hopes to end teacher shortage
Carmel College launch their job drive on Wednesday in response to massive demand for teachers across the region.
A North-East college is launching a region-wide recruitment drive in a bid to tackle the UK's teacher shortage.
Carmel College run an Initial Teacher Training course, and are staging information sessions in Darlington, Middlesbrough and Newcastle to attract people into the profession.
More teachers are needed across the country as a baby boom coincides with fewer people going to university.
It's predicted disadvantaged schools, or those struggling to recruit new staff, will be hardest hit by the shortage.
In a worst-case scenario, some schools could be left with less teachers than they need.
ITT Lead Sara Crawshaw said: "As a region, we also want to secure the highest standards in teaching and learning to ensure students have the most rewarding school life.
“Teaching is a vocation; it is so rewarding. Our trainees are incredibly committed and talented and as a result 98 per cent walk straight into jobs.
“As a teacher you are an integral part of the community and a very influential one at that.
You can make a real difference to children’s lives and their families and work in a vibrant, stimulating and positive environment.”
The first information session takes place at Carmel College, Darlington from 6pm to 8pm on January 6th.
In Middlesbrough the information evening will be held at The Curial Office, The Avenue, Linthorpe, from 6pm to 8pm on January 26.
In Newcastle the event will be held at St Cuthbert’s House, from 6pm to 8pm on February 3.