A teacher from Harris Academy Wimbledon is starring in a new film supporting the Get Into Teaching campaign from the Department for Education.

Chemistry teacher Shaakirah Obi speaks on her passion for the subject in the heart-warming film – called ‘My Favourite Subject’.

Shaakirah features alongside other teachers from around the UK and will demonstrate how a subject can be made enjoyable by rooting lessons in everyday life.

Speaking to Wimbledon Times about the new film, Shakirah Obi said: “Helping to shape the lives of the next generation on a daily basis is a real privilege.

"For me, you can’t beat the moments you see a student’s face light up when they learn something new in one of your lessons.

“Chemistry has so many links to our everyday lives, so I use this to get students excited about the subject because I want my students to love the subject as much as I do.

“I’m so proud to have contributed to today’s new film, which celebrates teachers’ love for their favourite subjects.

"I would encourage anyone thinking about their next steps who has the passion and potential to teach to find out more about making it their career.”

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Released today (May 20), the film is backed by new research by Censuswide which reveals that almost half (49%) of adults surveyed in Greater London, work in a job or career-related to one of their favourite subjects.

Thinking back to being at school, the survey shows English, maths and history are among the subject’s people in Greater London enjoyed the most from their school days.

It found that almost three quarters (72%) of those surveyed who have a favourite subject, said their teachers’ passion for the subject helped spark their interest in it.

Roger Pope, campaign spokesperson and a National Leader of Education, said: “Our research shows the impact that good teachers can have on their students, way beyond the classroom years.

"For many of us, school subjects ignite interests, which evolve into passions and often lead us to the careers we choose later in life.

“When it comes to teaching as a career, you not only get to immerse yourself in a subject you’re passionate about every day, but you are also in the unique position where you can channel this enthusiasm to inspire others in the classroom.

"What stands out in our new film ‘My Favourite Subject’, is how teachers thrive on sparking the curiosity of their students, through their own enthusiasm and energy for what is their own favourite subject. It’s truly inspiring."

Fore more information on the Get into Teaching campaign visit here.

To watch the film visit here.