The Rise of the Recession Gap
Due to the uncertainty of the current employment climate, with unemployment in the UK at it’s highest level since 1997, there are many people wondering what they will do next. There has subsequently been a dramatic rise in the number of people looking to try something different, either because they have been made redundant or are simply looking for a more satisfying job. These individuals are often now undertaking ‘recession gaps’ and using their situation as an opportunity to change careers and gain new skills. A recession gap is where professionals are changing careers, during the period of recession and gaining new skills. Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) is one such opportunity that is thriving due to its unique appeal which combines the possibility of living in warmer climes as well as learning new transferable skills. It is of increasing appeal to many within the beleaguered UK employment sector.
TEFL England, offers entry-level courses for anyone looking to teach English as a foreign language. These courses allow people with no previous experience and from a range of different backgrounds to train to become teachers of English throughout the world. TEFL England has seen around a 15% increase in bookings over the past few months and founder, Joe Hallwood, suggests that this is attributable to the impact of the current economic situation whereby people are either finding themselves out of work or are looking to gain new skills or get a break from the downturn in the UK. These ‘recession gaps’ are giving a wide range of people from many different backgrounds the opportunity to take a break from their previous work and life experiences and try out something different, that will provide them with a new set of skills to return home with as well as a wealth of exciting and unique opportunities abroad.
Michael, a recent graduate of TEFL England, had worked for many years as an architect and was made redundant. ‘ After being made redundant I felt I wanted to try something different. ‘I decided to do the TEFL England weekend course as I felt it would give me an opportunity to try something different, without having to completely re-train. The course was challenging but hugely enjoyable. I am off to Japan soon to teach English and really enjoying it. I am learning new skills, earning money and experiencing a different culture‘. Michael does feel that he will return to the UK once things pick up but until then he feels this is the ideal opportunity for him to grasp. ‘I feel the mundane 9 to 5 job that I did for years is now a distant memory and that my ‘recession gap’ will stand me in good stead when I return’.
Joe Hallwood, supports this view by confirming that the rise in the number of bookings from people who have been made redundant or are simply looking to do something completely different has been significant. Unsurprisingly, the numbers taking TEFL courses is expected to continue to increase over the next few months, in accordance with the increase in those becoming unemployed. So for those at a career crossroads or simply looking for a chance to do something different the answer maybe to complete a TEFL England course. TEFL England has courses running throughout the UK in the next few months. For further information please check www.teflengland.co.uk or call 0871 221 8335.
Contact Details: For further information on TEFL England and the recession gap please contact Joe Hallwood, Managing Director on 0871 221 8335 or email joe@teflscotland.co.uk.
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