► What are your particular strengths and weaknesses as a teacher?

► Describe the worst or best lesson you have given. What would you do differently? Say why it was successful or unsuccessful.

► How do you judge the achievement of pupils in your subject?

► If we visited your classroom in October, what could we expect to see?

► What is the role of target setting?

► How would you ensure that you respond effectively to the differing needs and abilities of pupils?

► How would you foster equal opportunities in the classroom/school?

► How would you accommodate children who have English as an additional language?

► How would you raise a child's self-esteem and aspirations?

► How far do children in your classroom direct their own learning?

► What are your views on the value of homework?

► Which is more important, teaching or learning, and why?