Returning to teaching after living overseas

[BigBlueRabbit]

I'm looking for some advice on getting into teaching in England after 15 years teaching overseas. I've been working in independent schools, and would prefer to work in the independent sector when I return. I'm a primary school teacher. I do have a PGCE from Scotland, and worked there for a while, but have never actually worked in England. I'm worried that I might find it hard to find a good job with no national curriculum experience. I think I know the profession very well, and I'm confident about my teaching and my references, but I'm worried that my unfamiliar CV might put schools off.
Any advice? What are schools looking for these days? Will my lack of national curriculum experience be a problem? Are there acronyms/jargon that I should brush up on? TIA!

I'd first try approaching one of the UK independents who have branch campuses overseas as they are more likely to 'get it' and value overseas experience.

Also, take a look at last year's COBIS report on teacher recruitment - they specifically looked at the difficulties of reentering the UK sector after teaching overseas and it makes interesting reading.

I was in a similar position a few years ago and I started with a supply agency. I could use my teaching/classroom management skills without being expected to have knowledge of the curriculum or to plan etc. I soon built up my knowledge and I found if you're a good supply teacher then schools often want you for longer periods ie a term to cover leave and in this way I built my knowledge, went to staff meetings etc. After a couple of years I felt able to accept a year contract and felt confident in my knowledge of the curriculum.

I know of several primaries that can't recruit staff. Depending on area you should be ok!

Thank you! This is helpful!
The COBIS report was interesting - thank you @Balloondog. I've not been in British schools though...I taught at an American school in Asia and since then I've been teaching the local curriculum in Canada. So I'm wondering if my situation coming back will be different from the majority of teachers who have been in overseas schools. My current school is an 'elite' private, but its not international. Our students are local. Do you have any experience with working overseas and returning? I'm desperate for personal stories from people like me!
@itsagodawfulsmallaffair - years on supply is exactly what I am hoping to avoid! Did you feel like that was your only option, or was it a choice you made? I've already learned two brand new curriculums with my moves, so I'm not worried about learning a third, but I am worried that schools might not trust me to mug up and learn the NC fast enough. I'll go on supply if I have to, its just not my first choice.
@greathat - fingers crossed!!

Hi Op. I've come and gone from teaching overseas a few times. I stick to the independent sector but honesty have had no trouble finding jobs. I find overseas experience is valued, and a lot of students in independent schools are from overseas or have come to the school from stints overseas so it's not so unusual. Just target indies and highlight your extensive and interesting experience as a teacher. I wouldn't worry at all, pm me if you want to chat further.