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Find out first-hand about all things language assistants... We'll be chatting with colleagues, former assistants and experts on a range of themes. From finding accommodation to settling into school life; listen and prepare for your time overseas. Make sure you subscribe so you don't miss an episode!
- 23 - What to pack?Tue, 13 Sep 2022 - 18min
- 22 - Documenting Your Time
Finola speaks to Georgia and Mabel about their experiences as assistants and how they kept a record of their time. They discuss their favourite memories and the joys of looking back on them. Ceilidhs in classroom and Christmas on the beach, listen in to find out how to keep track of your experiences.
Thu, 06 Jan 2022 - 23min - 21 - First Experiences of Teaching as a Language Assistant
In this episode, we speak to former English Language Assistants Fran, Dylan and Haleema about their first experiences in the classroom. Providing quality first teaching tips, we hear about their favourite activities and the challenges they overcame to produce fantastic lessons. From quizzes about apple pie to what's the time Mr Wolf, discover what being an assistant in a range of schools is like from their first-hand experience.
Mon, 13 Sep 2021 - 45min - 20 - Settling InMon, 12 Jul 2021 - 27min
- 19 - Chile
Join us for a trip to the country of the poets in South America with colleagues and assistants. First up, we hear from Gaurav and Ceana. Now both working at the British Council, they tell Finola about their experience as English Language Assistants in Chile. Then Ceana chats to Christopher, a Chilean Modern Language Assistant currently working in the South of England.
Fri, 09 Apr 2021 - 48min - 18 - SpainTue, 12 Jan 2021 - 39min
- 17 - GermanyFri, 11 Dec 2020 - 42min
- 16 - Lockdown Learning
2020 has been a very different year for the Language Assistants programme, and this podcast looks to explore how this group of assistants and teachers have adapted in the circumstances. In the first part of this episode we speak to Emily, Joe and Mathilde who speak about their different experiences of Lockdown and the final stages of their assistantship. Not only on the journey they went on but how important it is to look after your own well-being during this time. In the second part, we hear from David Lynch, a British Council teacher currently based in Japan, who has had to adapt to virtual teaching. We discuss the challenges but also the possibilities that come with virtual teaching on this episode of the Language Assistants podcast.
Thu, 03 Sep 2020 - 49min - 15 - Preparing to TeachThu, 04 Jun 2020 - 36min
- 14 - Exploring Gender Equality: Language Assistants and Beyond
With International Women's Day on 08 March, the Language Assistant podcast has carried out a special episode exploring gender within the programme itself and the British Council's work. On this episode, Finola is joined by Ceana from the Language Assistants Team, Anna from the Gender and Inclusion Team and Dalia from British Council Mexico.
Some useful links from today's podcast:
Gender in Education: Inspiring the Future
British Council Gender Equality Resources
Fri, 06 Mar 2020 - 37min - 13 - CanadaMon, 03 Feb 2020 - 26min
- 12 - AustriaFri, 31 Jan 2020 - 26min
- 11 - Wellbeing
In this episode, Bethan and Andrew from the British Council discussing the importance of and ways to wellbeing for Language Assistants, with helpful links and their own personal stories along the way.
As mentioned in the video:
- Mind
Tue, 21 Jan 2020 - 21min - 10 - France
In this episode, Finola speaks to three former language assistants - Jason, Clorrie and Isabel - about their experience as a language assistant in France. Starting with the typical week, they then discuss challenges and their adventures. From teaching the next generation of French chefs to having tea with a International Prize winning author!
Mon, 20 Jan 2020 - 33min - 9 - ItalyMon, 06 Jan 2020 - 26min
- 8 - China
In this episode, Felicity gives the lowdown on eligibility criteria for China and Finola speaks to Jasper and Lorna - two former English Language Teachers in China. They talk about their experiences, the benefits and challenges of living in China as a teacher and share some invaluable top tips - useful information for those considering applying!
Fri, 27 Dec 2019 - 33min - 7 - How to ApplyMon, 09 Dec 2019 - 14min
- 6 - Insurance
A 'must listen' episode this week as we discuss all things insurance! We talk about the importance of insurance with a former English language assistant who was involved in a major car crash in Spain, as well as the British Council's Head of Insurance for advice on policies.
Fri, 09 Aug 2019 - 31min - 5 - Accommodation
Bethan and Olivia chat to former English Language Assistant Sophie about the different types of accommodation Language Assistants could consider abroad. Sophie shares her unique experiences living with a French host family at the start of her placement and subsequently living by herself in rented flat in Montélier. Together they also discuss contracts, deposits and how to set up a home away from home! If you have a question or would like to contribute to the podcast, please record a voice message for the team using the following link: https://anchor.fm/languageassistants/message it may even be featured in a future episode! Why not follow the Language Assistants programme on twitter @Languageasst. For more information about the British Council or Language Assistants programme please visit www.britishcouncil.org.
Fri, 02 Aug 2019 - 40min - 4 - Learning the lingo
Bethan and Conor are joined by fellow colleague Imo to chat about language learning. They discuss the various ways in which you can develop your language skills, both before departure and whilst living abroad. Whether you are a complete beginner or already at an advanced level, they share tips and tricks to develop your skills in formal and non-formal settings.
If you have a question or would like to contribute to the podcast, please record a voice message for the team using the following link: https://anchor.fm/languageassistants/messageit may even be featured in a future episode!
Why not follow the Language Assistants programme on twitter @Languageasst. For more information about the British Council or Language Assistants programme please visit www.britishcouncil.org.
Fri, 26 Jul 2019 - 37min - 3 - Village vs City
Conor and Bethan catch up with two former Language Assistants to discuss the pros and cons of living and working in a city or village. They speak to Gaurav, a Language Assistant in the capital of Chile Santiago and Cameron who worked in a school in Saint-Prosper, a rural village in Quebec. Together they reflect on their experiences and provide advice to future programme participants.
Why not follow the Language Assistants programme on twitter @Languageasst. For more information about the British Council or Language Assistants programme please visit www.britishcouncil.org
Thu, 18 Jul 2019 - 26min - 2 - School Allocation
Bethan, Conor and Olivia chat about placement and school allocations. From receiving your exact school information and location from overseas partners, to contacting your school for the first time, they provide advice and reflect on their own experiences working abroad.
Why not follow the Language Assistants programme on twitter @Languageasst. For more information about the British Council or Language Assistants programme please visit www.britishcouncil.org.
Tue, 25 Jun 2019 - 20min - 1 - Trailer
Whether you already have a Language Assistants placement confirmed, are thinking about applying in the future, or are generally looking for information to prepare you for living abroad ... then you have come to the right place!
Each week the team will be chatting with colleagues, former assistants and experts on a range of themes. From finding accommodation, money matters, and insurance, to settling into school life, managing culture shock and making friends; they hope to help you prepare for time overseas.
Make sure you subscribe so you don't miss an episode!
www.britishcouncil.org/study-work-abroad/outside-uk/english-language-assistants
Tue, 04 Jun 2019 - 01min
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