Guest Posted May 19, 2011 Posted May 19, 2011 (edited) No content.....I had a rethink Edited May 19, 2011 by Guest Quote
Inge Posted May 19, 2011 Posted May 19, 2011 (edited) There was a discussion on the forum about this before... I think overall consensus was it was a poor deal... Edited May 19, 2011 by Inge Quote
Inge Posted May 19, 2011 Posted May 19, 2011 mmm in the time I write she changes her mind... will edit my post too then! Quote
HappyMaz Posted May 19, 2011 Posted May 19, 2011 I'm still considering applying to do the training though! Quote
sunnyday Posted May 19, 2011 Posted May 19, 2011 I'm still considering applying to do the training though! Go for it! How far would you be prepared to drive? Our inspector had come up to Kent from Sussex a good 1 hour 30 min. drive...... Quote
HappyMaz Posted May 19, 2011 Posted May 19, 2011 How far would you be prepared to drive? Our inspector had come up to Kent from Sussex a good 1 hour 30 min. drive...... Oh I don't know that I actually want to do any actual inspections, sunnyday! Quote
Inge Posted May 19, 2011 Posted May 19, 2011 the travel was one of the down sides.. particularly as you are self employed so the set daily fee covers all expenses as well.. along with uncertainty of days work. Quote
sunnyday Posted May 19, 2011 Posted May 19, 2011 Oh I don't know that I actually want to do any actual inspections, sunnyday! :( Quote
hali Posted May 19, 2011 Posted May 19, 2011 yes it was the 'self employed' that put me off applying Quote
HappyMaz Posted May 19, 2011 Posted May 19, 2011 yes it was the 'self employed' that put me off applying But then I'm self-employed already! I think £200 for a day's inspection is incredibly cheap, given that you need to find your own travelling expenses (you could be sent anywhere in SE England), and your own laptop. However, I am intrigued to see what the training itself is like. I imagine you would learn all sorts of transferrable skills... Might be an expensive way of finding out what Mrs Ofsted is looking for, though! Quote
hali Posted May 19, 2011 Posted May 19, 2011 yes i think it maybe M and i agree about costs if you need to inspect miles away and need accomodation - i know my last inspector had to stay overnight! Quote
Guest Posted May 19, 2011 Posted May 19, 2011 Sorry I deleted as I had a telephone conversation with Tribal that stated what some of you have - your not guaranteed work - 250£ for training and inspections in Oxfordshire, Gloucestershire, London and Bucks - I'm in the South West - it would cost me a fortune in diesel!! So I had a change of heart - I'm very fed up at the moment - same old managers problems for a pittance of pay - so disheartening when I work sooooo hard to maintain my Outstanding standards - not in a good place! Quote
HappyMaz Posted May 19, 2011 Posted May 19, 2011 Was that £250 for the whole course or £250 a day Shirel? Edit to say I just had a quick check, and it is £250 for the five days' training - I really thought it was £250 for each day! Sometimes I really wonder about myself! Quote
Guest Posted May 19, 2011 Posted May 19, 2011 A friend of mine was fortunate enough to persuade her employer to release her for the training and she now does inspections once a week and manages the nursery the rest of the week. For her it was for the challenge but it has definitely helped keep the nursery on their toes about what Ofsted are looking for as the transferable skills and knowledge are invaluable. Unfortunately I can't drive so I don't feel it is a viable new career for me. Quote
Guest Posted May 20, 2011 Posted May 20, 2011 I wonder if you can do the training without having to commit to doing any inspections? Does anyone know the answer? If that is the case then £250 for 5 days training to get an insight into the mind of OFSTED would be worth it!! Quote
Guest Posted May 20, 2011 Posted May 20, 2011 Just emailed Tribal and they say the following; Thanks for your email. The training that we are running at the moment is specifically for those wishing to inspect afterwards and it is expected that everyone will be put forward for sign off as an inspector with HMI after the training. We will be running Inspection Skills Training CPD for some Local Authorities later in the year. Hope this helps! Quote
Gezabel Posted May 20, 2011 Posted May 20, 2011 so playing devils advocate what happens if you do the training with the full intention of becoming an inspector and then 'life' gets in the way and you decide not to work at all?? or there could be a genuine change of heart after completing the training???? Quote
HappyMaz Posted May 20, 2011 Posted May 20, 2011 or there could be a genuine change of heart after completing the training???? Well yes, I must admit I'm keen to know what level of training inspectors need to undergo, and how they assess competency! Quote
Guest Posted May 20, 2011 Posted May 20, 2011 Following this thread with some degree of interest - not because I want to become an Inspector, just curious. Can anyone tell me what starting level of qualification you need to have prior to embarking on the training to become an Inspector? Quote
HappyMaz Posted May 20, 2011 Posted May 20, 2011 Can anyone tell me what starting level of qualification you need to have prior to embarking on the training to become an Inspector? You need a childcare related degree. Quote
Guest Posted May 20, 2011 Posted May 20, 2011 You need a childcare related degree. Oh right - at last they are recognising the benefits of those with the experience and suitable qualifications. Quote
Guest cathy m Posted June 2, 2011 Posted June 2, 2011 I sent my CV to Prospects months ago and never heard anything, perhaps I will try again! Cathy Quote
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