We are delighted to announce that due to popular demand, we are running a second cohort of our Aspiring Principal Teacher of Guidance programme. This programme offers a valuable opportunity for professional development, and we encourage you to share this email with colleagues who may be interested in learning more about becoming a Principal Teacher of Guidance.

Full Disclosure:

Please be advised that full attendance commitment is necessary to participate. This requires attending five in-person events at the University of Glasgow and five online sessions. Detailed information about the programme is outlined below:

• The programme consists of five in-person modules delivered at the University of Glasgow.
  • Thursday 9^th January 2025 (10:00 – 14:00)
  • Friday 7^th February 2025 (10:00 – 14:00)
  • Tuesday 18^th March 2025 (10:00 – 14:00)
  • Wednesday 23^rd April 2025 (10:00 – 14:00)
  • Wednesday 4th June 2025 (10:00 – 14:00)

• Each module is followed by ‘take away’ tasks to implement in your setting, with an online session before the next module to share learning outcomes.
  • Monday 3^rd February 2025
  • Tuesday 11^th March 2025
  • Monday 21^st April 2025
  • Thursday 29^th April 2025
  • Tuesday 24^th April 2025

Before confirming your participation, please ensure you have obtained permission from your line manager to attend the in-person events.

Here’s what some of the current cohort have to say about the programme:

“Great presentation by all staff, great to have realistic overview of the post and balance.”

“Helpful module, good to know I wasn’t far off in my understanding of the role of the guidance teacher.

Meeting other colleagues was great to build understanding.”

“I thought the session was really helpful & organised really well. It’s very relevant to the guidance role today. Thank you so much & I look forward to the upcoming sessions.”

“I thoroughly enjoyed today. I feel that the training was high quality and well thought through. It felt like we were truly being invested in. I agree with it being an in person experience and I think the way your involved guidance colleagues and their views makes it very relevant. Absolutely brilliant. Looking forward to the next session!”

If you wish to apply for a place in this cohort, please click here to complete the application form no later than 11:59pm on Wednesday 4^th December 2024. We aim to notify successful applicants by 13^th December.

If you have any questions about this programme please contact tracy.johnston@educationscotland.gov.scot