20+ years teaching and still going - how do you do it?: The Late Show with Tom Rogers

Tom is joined by Sarah Hobson who this year enters her 21st year of teaching and leading in schools. In this show, Sarah shares what initially inspired her to become a teacher and reflects on how that motivation has evolved over the years. She discusses the changes she’s made to her teaching style over the past two decades, as well as the significant shifts she’s noticed in education, particularly in technology and student behavior. Adapting to new trends and tools hasn't been without its challenges, but Sarah has found ways to maintain her passion for teaching. She recalls a memorable moment that reaffirmed her commitment to the profession, while also sharing insights on how she has adapted to the changing needs and expectations of students. For those new to the field, Sarah offers valuable advice, highlighting the most rewarding aspects of her own career. Looking ahead, she reflects on the future of education and considers the role she hopes to play as she continues to teach. Enjoy the show!  A bit about Sarah: "My teaching has evolved over the past 21 years specialising in many areas of education. Having experience of different educational establishments and through my specialist provision role as an Assistant Headteacher and Outreach manager in a PRU, my area of focus and expertise has developed into supporting and managing behaviours, safeguarding, inclusion, mental health and strengthening communication skills. Trauma informed teaching and working through barriers to learning are key areas of interest to me. As a Deputy Head in charge of Inclusion, I thrive working within a senior leadership team and seek to strategically lead and drive a school forward. My teaching specialism is in Drama with English"