Erasmus+ job shadowing in Portugal
Structured 1–2 week job-shadowing programmes for teachers, school staff and trainers under Erasmus+ KA1. Host institutions, observation timetables, methodology workshops and cultural visits — fully arranged.
Who this format serves best
For staff mobility under KA1 — teachers, school leaders and VET trainers.
Teachers
Subject teachers observing Portuguese classroom practice and methodology.
School leaders
Headteachers and coordinators benchmarking Portuguese school management.
VET trainers
Trainers shadowing Portuguese companies and CFP centres.
What gets delivered
Everything handled, end-to-end.
Host institution matching
Portuguese school, training centre or company aligned to your subject and goals.
Observation timetable
Daily schedule with named hosts, sessions and learning objectives.
Methodology workshops
Optional 2–3h sessions on Portuguese VET, ECVET and pedagogical innovation.
Cultural programme
Guided visit, gastronomy and welcome dinner.
How this programme is shaped
5–6h observation per day plus debrief.
Europass Mobility and certificate of attendance.
Erasmus+ KA1 staff mobility (KA121/KA122).
Available across Portugal
How delivery unfolds
Profile & objectives
Subject, level, goals and preferred Portuguese city.
Host confirmation
We confirm host institution and dates within 3 weeks.
Logistics
Accommodation, transfers and cultural programme arranged.
Delivery & closure
On-site coordinator, daily debrief, Europass on closure.
Why institutions choose this model
- Curated Portuguese host network of public schools, CFP centres, training providers and companies — picked for capacity to host observers, not just willingness.
- Local coordinator on the ground for the full week — same person from arrival to farewell, in your language when needed.
- Methodology workshops on Portuguese VET, ECVET, dual learning and inclusion — turn observation hours into transferable practice.
- Europass Mobility, certificate of attendance and detailed observation log delivered by closure — ready for staff CPD records.
- Pre-departure cultural and practical briefing for first-time visitors to Portugal — neighbourhood maps, transport, basic Portuguese phrases.
- Optional half-day company visits paired to the school visit — useful for VET teachers exploring industry-school collaboration.
- Dietary, accessibility and family-accompaniment requests handled in advance — we plan around them rather than improvise on arrival.
FAQ
Questions coordinators usually ask
Can teams of 4–6 staff travel together?+
Yes — group job-shadowing with shared host institution, joint debrief sessions and a single accompanying coordinator.
Which subjects and sectors are easiest to host?+
Languages, STEM, hospitality, business administration, healthcare assistance and digital skills have the deepest host pool. Niche subjects need 6–8 weeks of host search lead time.
Can the programme include classroom observation and teaching delivery?+
Yes — combined observation + guest-lecture formats are popular. The visiting teacher delivers 1–2 sessions in English to Portuguese classes; we brief the host beforehand.
Is the cost eligible under KA1 staff mobility?+
Yes — fully aligned with KA121/KA122 staff unit costs (travel, individual support, course/training fees if a workshop component is included).
Do you offer programmes outside school term?+
School observations follow the Portuguese academic calendar (mid-September to early June). Company-only or CFP-only programmes run year-round.
Plan this programme in Portugal
Tell us about your sectors, group size and timeline. We come back within 48 hours with an Portuguese city plan, indicative pricing and host availability.
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