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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.
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Celebrating the 120th Anniversary
Celebrate the 120th anniversary of the Language Assistants Programme with us as we speak to former language assistants from the past four decades. Listen as they share their experiences abroad in Spain, Senegal, Germany and China, the highs
Culture Shock: Episode 2
Welcome to our second episode on culture shock. This episode, Rand and Sian will be speaking to three former language assistants who have all had very interesting and different experiences with culture shock abroad. We are speaking to Isla,
Culture Shock : Episode 1
This episode explores the foundation for understanding culture shock. Join the language assistants team with Saskia, Rand and Aobh as we dive into what culture shock is, the stages it involves, and why it’s such a universal experience for e
What to pack?
Finola chats to Ellie who was an ELA in Austria during 2020-21 about what is best to pack as a Language Assistant. Listen for top tips on what you really need to bring and what you can get when you're there. Don't forget to leave space for
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,
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
Settling In
We hear from assistants Kate and Georgia about their experience of settling in as an ELA during 2019-20. From Welsh-cake candles to brass bands, listen to all their top tips for managing that initial period of the assistantship.
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 As
Spain
Finola and Leona speak to former ELAs and current Ambassadors Lucy and Laura about their experience as an ELA in Spain. From sunsets overlooking the Alhambra to chocolate factory school trips in Asturias, listen to find out more!
Germany
Joined by team member Elena and former assistants Luis and Ffion, Fin hears all about life in Germany. From admin to bakery etiquette, listen in to hear about the assistant experience and top tips for those heading to Germany.
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, J
Preparing to Teach
In this episode, former Language Assistant team members Bethan and Beth share their top tips for teaching. They explore how to prepare, what to bring and activities to try for future language assistants to get the most out of their teaching
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 La
Canada
In this episode, Finola is joined by Renaud and Rhianna as they discuss life in Quebec. Featuring ski-doos, poutine and the topic of Canadian French, be sure to listen for all the top tips !
Austria
In this episode, Finola speaks to two former language assistants: Luke and Katrina about their experience in Austria. Both share their key top tips about life, admin and their experience...especially to keep your fridge stocked before Sunda
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: - 5 Ways to
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. Fr
Italy
In this episode, Olivia is joined by Felicity and Emma who look back on their time as a language assistant in Italy. From delicious food to Romeo and Juliet, this podcast has lots of helpful tips and provides an insight into the experience
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
How to Apply
In this episode, Finola and Olivia look at the application process, how it works and what we are looking for in English Language Assistant candidates.
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 o
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 h
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 beg
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 s
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 o
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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 th
