‘Every day is so different’
For secondary school science teacher Jagpreet Hayre, it was the dedication of two former Sixth Form leaders that inspired her to enter teaching. “That’s when I understood just how important teachers are,’ said the 27-year-old. I always knew I wanted a career that was dynamic and different, something where I could make a real difference”.
More than a third of students and graduates surveyed earlier this year view teaching and the education sector as serving among the most important roles in society.
Said Jagpreet: “After seeing first-hand how you can influence students’ lives – not just academically but socially – I dived headfirst into teaching. I loved it. Every day is so different.
“I didn’t go into teaching thinking about job security. I went into it because I love it. But, now that so many people have been made redundant or furloughed, I’ve come to appreciate just how secure it is.”