Are you considering a career change?

Since the turbulence in the employment market in recent months some workers have begun to think about changing their career. This has been particularly true in the health care sector for obvious reasons but what are the pros and cons of changing career after working in a particular sector for years?

It used to be the case that people would stay in a job from leaving school until retirement, but this is no longer the case, and the employment market is much more fluid now. It is however easier to diversify rather than embarking on a totally new career.

One of the career changes that some opt for is to change from working in an engineering environment to a teaching post. Applicants will need to have a relevant degree or be working towards one. Primary school teachers usually study for a B Ed degree as the course focuses on developing teaching skills alongside subject knowledge whereas a BA, BSc or even a one-year PGCE degree after obtaining a degree in your chosen subject is better if you are considering a career as a secondary teacher.

Should your previous career have been in the care sector it could be that you want a role which does not involve direct contact with patients in which case possibly an office based job may be worth considering.