THE Deputy First Minister has launched a new teacher recruitment drive targeting science, technology, engineering and maths (Stem) students and workers.
The Teaching Makes People campaign is aimed at attracting university undergraduates in Stem subjects and those working in the industry into the profession.
Launching the campaign at a careers fair at Glasgow University, Deputy First Minister and Education Secretary John Swinney said: “Teaching is a highly rewarding career with opportunities for creativity and autonomy and, crucially, to make a positive difference to children’s lives.
“However, it is often overlooked as a career choice by the 20,000 or so Stem undergraduates who qualify from Scottish universities each year.
“Many Stem graduates might not immediately think of teaching or think that they have the skills for the role. This campaign aims to encourage more people studying or working in Stem-related areas to think again and consider a challenging and rewarding career in teaching.”
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