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Adam made the exciting move from primary school teacher to Training and Development Manager for a company developing a programme for improving children's mental health. Adam explains how he has used his transferable teaching skills in his new role to create, develop and deliver workshops for developing positive mindsets for children.
In this episode, we also explore:
- Leaving the classroom, the notice period and being between roles.
- The job application and interview processes.
- The positive mindset programme Adam has created
- What Adam's day-to-day looks like and the things he's learnt.
- Working in an environment where you are encouraged to succeed.
- Why teachers have great transferable skills for Programme Manager / Developer roles.
- Top tips for teachers applying for roles.
Links and Resources
Facebook: The Invincible Mindset
LinkedTree: The Invincible Mindset
Project Management Blog
https://www.futurelearn.com/subjects/business-and-management-courses/project-management
If you're looking for step-by-step support to find and secure a new job or start your own business, check out the Adventures After Teaching Academy which will help you successfully leave the classroom!
Thinking about leaving teaching? Sign up for our new free webinar 💛 Leaving teaching in 2026 for your roadmap to leaving the classroom next year - delivered straight to your inbox on 27th December.
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Adam made the exciting move from primary school teacher to Training and Development Manager for a company developing a programme for improving children's mental health. Adam explains how he has used his transferable teaching skills in his new role to create, develop and deliver workshops for developing positive mindsets for children.
In this episode, we also explore:
- Leaving the classroom, the notice period and being between roles.
- The job application and interview processes.
- The positive mindset programme Adam has created
- What Adam's day-to-day looks like and the things he's learnt.
- Working in an environment where you are encouraged to succeed.
- Why teachers have great transferable skills for Programme Manager / Developer roles.
- Top tips for teachers applying for roles.
Links and Resources
Facebook: The Invincible Mindset
LinkedTree: The Invincible Mindset
Project Management Blog
https://www.futurelearn.com/subjects/business-and-management-courses/project-management
If you're looking for step-by-step support to find and secure a new job or start your own business, check out the Adventures After Teaching Academy which will help you successfully leave the classroom!
Thinking about leaving teaching? Sign up for our new free webinar 💛 Leaving teaching in 2026 for your roadmap to leaving the classroom next year - delivered straight to your inbox on 27th December.

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