Guest Posted March 25, 2008 Share Posted March 25, 2008 Well I didn't get it - the third candidate was head of ICT & Maths at the local sink school (been teaching 5 years and stayed there so they promoted her every year - normally everyone leaves after a couple of terms!). I did know her too and I think she would be as good for the job as I would, not loads better (OK so now I sound big headed!). They were impressed with her team management skills apparantly (interesting really as she hasn't managed a team that have actually stayed in post for very long). The third candidate CHEWED GUM!!!!!! I would not have been happy to see her get the job - strange thing to do at an interview but I noticed she was doing it first thing when we were all having a chat with the head. I got some good feedback from the head about which were my weaker areas - and some poor feedback that I should ask my current head to put me on a "leading from the middle" course next year. There is NO WAY I'm staying where I am for another year - it makes me too unhappy. Also if I did stay she would be reluctant to put me on that course as I'd be busily getting my AST status (I was recruited as an aspiring AST & promised AST status in my second year, mind you she also promised to get my threshold sorted and she didn't ) Anyway - I also heard somone from my old school put in an application for somewhere else today so there could even be a job coming up there (although they are about to have 1 teacher too many - but the person leaving has responsibilty that others aren't ready to take). In an ideal world I'd go back there like a shot! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tina C Posted March 25, 2008 Share Posted March 25, 2008 Oh poop. Onwards and upwards? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura & CTB Posted March 25, 2008 Share Posted March 25, 2008 There'll be something better round the corner for you Pengy - keep smiling through Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cate in NZ Posted March 25, 2008 Share Posted March 25, 2008 Sorry to hear that Pengy. Maybe it was meant to be and there is a new job waiting for you at your old school. Good luck, I'm sure something perfect is just around the corner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chelsea Posted March 25, 2008 Share Posted March 25, 2008 oh no, im so sorry. I know how it feels though. Cant believe someone would chew gum at an interview! Something better will come along Peng dont worry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted March 25, 2008 Share Posted March 25, 2008 Bad luck, Pengy . Never mind, you've still got the lovely interview dress for the next one - something will turn up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nicki9 Posted March 25, 2008 Share Posted March 25, 2008 So sorry. I'm a firm believer in fate though, and that if you didn't get this job it is because something better is around the corner! HOD job at the sink school could be coming up?! You will definitely find your dream job soon! Have a nice shake to commiserate - and look on the positive side - at least you've only got a 3 day week this week! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theherd123 Posted March 25, 2008 Share Posted March 25, 2008 So sorry. I'm a firm believer in fate though, and that if you didn't get this job it is because something better is around the corner! Ditto! Dont worry Pengy a job with your name on it is coming your way! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiggy Posted March 25, 2008 Share Posted March 25, 2008 it was not ment to be, better luck next time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
feemcg Posted March 25, 2008 Share Posted March 25, 2008 Sorry to hear you didn't get it - I hope something else is just round the corner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clucky1 Posted March 25, 2008 Share Posted March 25, 2008 What a shame. There is a job out there with your name on it !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted March 25, 2008 Share Posted March 25, 2008 There is a job out there with your name on it !! Don't fancy a move to Edinburgh do you? I can see you being in charge of this at Edinburgh Zoo . Fee, how did your first day go? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theherd123 Posted March 25, 2008 Share Posted March 25, 2008 Spot on ANH!!! Pengy - that is YOUR job!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olly Posted March 25, 2008 Share Posted March 25, 2008 Sorry to hear that but I agree with the others - it wasn't meant to be, and there will be something better around the corner. Maybe the job back at your old school, and you'll be glad you didn't get the other one after all then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 25, 2008 Share Posted March 25, 2008 Thank you all - I don't feel too bad about it really. ANH - I've always wanted to go to Edinburgh Zoo and see the penguin parade - they have the largest penguin breeding programme in the world. One of my closest freinds lives in Dundee now and is having a spare room built.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theherd123 Posted March 25, 2008 Share Posted March 25, 2008 There you go see - its all come together for you Pengy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janty Posted March 25, 2008 Share Posted March 25, 2008 Sorry to hear about the job. Keep checking the Times Ed and the local education postings. I'm sure the perfect job is just around the corner. Jan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hillfamily Posted March 25, 2008 Share Posted March 25, 2008 sorry to hear you didn't get the job Your dream job will be along soon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rona Posted March 25, 2008 Share Posted March 25, 2008 Shame about the job today but the experience and work you did in preparing for it is bound to come in useful when you go for the perfect job that is waiting for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goosey Lucy Posted March 25, 2008 Share Posted March 25, 2008 I am also a firm believer in fate. It obviously wasn't meant to be so refocus your energy on the next opportunity that presents itself. (I'm still struggling with the image of a candidate chewing gum!!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted March 25, 2008 Share Posted March 25, 2008 Just for you, Pengy, and anybody else who's not been to Edinburgh Zoo: (The penguins come out of their enclosure voluntarily - they really do seem to enjoy it ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MedusA Posted March 26, 2008 Share Posted March 26, 2008 What a fabulous video, ANH! Sorry you didn't get the job, Pengy. Keep your chin up. There will be other opportunities. The old adage "when one door closes, another opens" springs to mind. Are you in contact with your old school re the possibility of returning there, then? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 26, 2008 Share Posted March 26, 2008 Thanks for the video - I watched it this morning before school I was feeling pretty ropey and it perked me up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovemychooks Posted March 26, 2008 Share Posted March 26, 2008 Sorry to hear you didn't get the job, hopefully something better will come along Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
