Even though many of our graduates will have progressed in their careers since completing a case study, they are still of interest to students who wish to gain an understanding of the world of work.

I teach computer science and ICT course to children from ages 11 to 18.

I start early and plan the day's lessons, have a chat to my colleagues and then register my form- I talk to pupils about attendance and how they're feeling, and then it's lesson time. I teach up to 5 hour long lessons per day, mostly teaching computer science and programming but also some practical ICT skills. At the end of the day, we often have staff meetings or do some more planning as a team.

You know you are definitely making a difference to young people, and you get the opportunity to inspire kids to get involved with your own subject area in future! It's also a great way of showing girls that computer science isn't just for the boys!! (Plus of course, a lot of holiday time!)

It's quite emotionally draining to work with kids who are in bad situations. Kids can be difficult and present challenging behaviour. Lessons need to be planned and paperwork done, and this can mean some late nights.

No two days are the same, and I get to work with a lot of interesting people (children and adults both!) from different walks of life.

Communication is absolutely key in teaching,as most of the time you are trying to communicate information effectively. You need to be resilient and confident, and able to shrug off a bad lesson and do the next better! Being reflective helps, but it's a skill you develop during your training. You have to complete a PGCE or in-job training to gain qualified teacher status, so further qualifications are needed.

Worked as a project manager for 6 months immediately after graduation, then left that job and moved into supply teaching. Completed my PGCE at Sheffield Hallam from 2017-18 and working in my current role since September.

I'm planning to do a masters in education at some point in the next few years (while working) and consider moving into leadership roles or look at moving into the politics/civil service side of education.

Get as much experience as you can in schools as early as possible and make sure it's something you want to commit to! Go and get some other life experience before teaching (travel, work, volunteer- anything!) as it helps you develop the skills you need.