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Early Career Teachers (ECT) Pool Training

Training

Free online support packs provided by our sister company Best Practice Network.

Early Career Teachers (ECT) Pool Resources

Resources

Upskills while we find your the perfect role. Tips, advice, and more.

Early Career Teachers (ECT) Pool Resources

Support 

We are here to make sure your career starts smoothly.


Training for ECTs

You will receive free access to six online support packs provided by our sister company Best Practice Network. Each pack contains six hours of content aligned to both the Teacher Standards and Early Career Framework.

Pedagogy and Practice

This pack will support your classroom practice and help you promote pupil progress by applying an understanding of the way children learn.

Curriculum


This pack will support you in delivering the National Curriculum and help you design effective schemes of work by applying subject specific knowledge.

Assessment

This pack will support the use of effective and appropriate methods of assessment to promote pupil progress and improve outcomes.

Behaviour

This pack will support behaviour management helping you to set high expectations and create a supportive learning environment for all pupils.

Special Education Needs

This pack will help to develop inclusive practice to support all pupils effectively including those with special educational needs

Professional Behaviours 

This pack will support your classroom practice and help you promote pupil progress by applying an understanding of the way children learn

Celebrating One Year of the CPD Academy

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This week marks one year since the launch of Teaching Personnel’s CPD Academy, and what an incredible year of learning it’s been!Over the past 12 months, thousands of educators across the country

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Meet Morgan – TP Team Spotlight

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Meet Morgan Sharkey, Education Recruitment Consultant in our Preston Team What’s your role and what does a typical day look like?                                 

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Morgan Sharkey, Education Recruitment Consultant, shares an insight into his career and day-to-day life in work.

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ADHD Awareness Month 2025 - Ellen's experience

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This ADHD Awareness Month, Ellen shares her experience of being diagnosed with ADHD and how she's raising awareness of it so more support can be more provided. When someone close to me suggested I

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In this blog, Ellen shares her experience of ADHD for ADHD Awareness Month.

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Safeguarding at Teaching Personnel: Embedding a Culture of Safety

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At Teaching Personnel, safeguarding isn’t just a policy - it’s the foundation of everything we do. As the Designated Safeguarding Lead, I’m responsible for ensuring that we embed a culture of “it

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At Teaching Personnel, safeguarding isn’t just a policy - it’s the foundation of everything we do.

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Taking on the Three Peaks Challenge

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Three peaks, three mountains, three countries… and a lot of sweets. Jordan Chapman shares how the team tackled the Three Peaks Challenge to raise money for charities across the UK. 

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Read about the TP team taking on the Three Peaks Challenge.

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Celebrating National Teaching Assistants’ Day 2025: Making Every Page Count

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Today, we come together to mark National Teaching Assistants’ Day, a celebration of the incredible work that teaching assistants (TAs) do in schools across the country. This year’s theme, “Read To

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Teaching interview questions: what to expect and how to prepare

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Walking into a teaching interview can be nerve-wracking, even for experienced teachers. The secret? Preparation. Knowing what to expect, understanding the school, and thinking through your answer

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Teaching interviews can feel daunting, but the right preparation makes all the difference. From common questions to safeguarding, behaviour management, and career development, here’s how to prepare, what to expect, and how to make the best impression.

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Teacher pay scales 2025–26: what you need to know

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Pay is always a big topic for teachers and school leaders, and with good reason. It affects career choices, retention, and how schools plan. With a 4% rise confirmed for the next academic term, 20

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Teacher pay scales for 2025–26 are changing, with a confirmed 4% rise across the board. From new starter salaries to leadership pay, discover what the updated scales mean for teachers, schools, and career planning.

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Back To School: How To Set Up The Year For Success

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The start of a new academic year brings a mix of excitement and challenge. New timetables and faces are balanced with the realities of staffing, planning, and ensuring the school settles quickly i

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The start of term sets the tone for the whole year. From staff onboarding to curriculum planning and wellbeing, discover practical ways to prepare your school for success this September and beyond.

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Inclusive classrooms start with Thrive-trained educators

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Schools are under pressure. Behaviour issues are rising, pupil needs are more complex, and staff are stretched. In 2024, 18.4% of children in England were reported to have some form of special edu

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Need skilled staff for today’s complex classrooms? Thrive-trained educators from Teaching Personnel are ready to reduce disruption and support every learner.

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Thrive in every classroom: How CPD with impact can boost your career

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Today’s classroom is a busy, complex, and emotionally charged environment. Educators need to teach, support, manage behaviour, and connect with learners who may be carrying far more than their sch

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Struggling with behaviour or emotional needs in the classroom? Thrive CPD gives you practical tools to support every learner, especially those with SEND or SEMH.

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The future of SEND support

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The future of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) support in the UK is undergoing significant focus and reform. It’s a complicated landscape as the government considers tightening th

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With EHCP reform, funding investment, and workforce development on the horizon, the future of SEND support is changing fast. This blog breaks down what schools need to know, and how to prepare.

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Overcoming SEND staffing challenges in schools

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In December 2024, the government announced new specialist places in mainstream schools to better support pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Yet, staff shortages limit s

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Bridging the gap: Why SEND CPD matters for teachers

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Recent statistics highlight gaps in SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) training and support for educators. The government wants more SEND pupils in mainstream schools. At the same t

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Are your staff prepared for the rising SEND needs in mainstream schools? Diagnoses are rising, but most teachers feel unprepared. Discover why high-quality SEND CPD is essential and how your school can upskill effectively without breaking the budget.

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Creating inclusive classrooms: strategies for success

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In 2024, the National Audit Office (NAO) highlighted the crisis in the SEND system, noting limited progress in making mainstream schools more inclusive. Without further investment and changes, t

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With the number of pupils with special educational needs (SEN) rising, schools must take proactive steps to create inclusive learning environments. The National Audit Office (NAO) has highlighted the challenges in making mainstream schools more accessible, emphasising the urgent need for change. But while systemic improvements are necessary, educators can implement practical strategies today to support SEND pupils effectively.

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How to navigate SEND funding for 2025-26

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 How to navigate SEND funding for 2025-26    As government funding for special education needs and disabilities (SEND) evolves, schools face critical challenges securing essential resources. Sch

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Struggling to make sense of SEND funding for 2025–26? Get clarity and strategy in our free SEND Funding Guide, packed with insights schools can use now.

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SEND reform 2025: Delays, funding, and what schools need to know

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Unpacking SEND reform: Where are we now and what’s coming next? A rapid rise in pupils diagnosed with autistic spectrum disorder, social, emotional, and mental health needs (including ADHD), as

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New reforms mean new responsibilities. Find out how to support your team with training, compliance, and smart SEND planning in our free guide.

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What do schools need to know this term?

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What do schools need to know this term? Change is constant in the education sector, and this term is no different. From Ofsted and pay reviews, to structural shifts like RISE and curriculum refo

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Change is constant in the education sector, and this term is no different. From Ofsted and pay reviews, to structural shifts like RISE and curriculum reform, school leaders face a challenging time. Here’s what’s currently happening across the sector.

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Invigilator seeing over exams
Understanding the value of outsourced invigilators through Teaching Personnel

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The True Worth of Professional Exam Invigilation When schools and colleges across England and Wales prepare for examination periods, the pressure to maintain JCQ compliance while ensuring fair ass

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Examination periods bring immense pressure to maintain compliance and ensure fair assessments. Discover how Teaching Personnel’s highly trained, JCQ-accredited invigilators provide schools and colleges across England and Wales with seamless, professional invigilation services—ensuring integrity, safeguarding, and expert support when it matters most.

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Easter Payroll Dates 2025

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With the Easter break and end of term coming up, it’s time to get your payroll sorted! Our Payroll team has outlined the key dates you need to ensure you receive your pay on time. Check out the ta

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The evolving landscape of SEND in the UK

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The landscape of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) is transforming. The number of pupils in the UK with special educational needs (SEN) has increased over the last five years. Toda

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Branch support

We are here to make sure your career starts smoothly despite the disruption caused by the pandemic. 


Your local team

Joining the Pool will give you access to the local ECT team. They will process your application and gather the information required to build your profile. 

Options & advice

We will provide advice and insight to help you succeed at interview and find the right school for you. They will be there to help you settle in and keep in touch throughout your NQT year. 

Let's talk about experience

If you feel you don’t have the experience to take on a permanent placement straight away, your consultant will talk you through the other options available, and how Teaching Personnel can support your career development.

Get started, join the ECT Pool

Access the ECT training resources. Get one step closer to your next job as an Early Career Teacher.

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