Starting a new teaching job: how to thrive in your first term at a different school
24 August 2026Starting at a new school is strange. Even if you’ve been teaching for years. You go from knowing where everything is and how everything works to feeling like the new kid again. Where’s the reprographics room? Who do you ask about IT problems? Why does everyone laugh when you mention the car park? Whether you’ve […]
Read MoreWhat We’ve Learned From the 2025–26 School Year
27 July 2026Is it just us, or did that year go by in a heartbeat? As the final bells ring and the classrooms finally go quiet, we’ve been sitting down at Educate HQ to reflect on the last ten months. Whether you’ve been with us as a trainee teacher, a seasoned pro, or one of our incredible […]
Read MoreLooking for a Teaching Job for September? Here’s Why You Should Start Now.
01 June 2026September might feel like a lifetime away right now. You’re probably still deep in the swing of this academic year, juggling lesson plans, marking, parents’ evenings, and everything else that comes with the job. Thinking about next year? That can wait, surely. But, if a new role for September is something you’ve been considering, even […]
Read MoreWhy Supply Teaching Could Be the Ideal Choice This September
27 April 2026Supply teaching is perfect for NQT’s, semi-retired teachers, and experienced teachers looking for more work – life balance. Let’s explore why it works for so many and how Educate Group is here to help you find the right role. What Is Supply Teaching? If you’re new to the concept, supply teaching is all about providing […]
Read MoreHow to Build Your Teaching Career
19 February 2026The road to a career in teaching has changed. The traditional, straight-line path – completing teacher training, stepping straight into a classroom, and staying there for life – is no longer the only route into a fulfilling role in education. Today’s education landscape looks much different, reshaped by recruitment challenges, shifting career priorities, and the […]
Read MoreWhy Becoming a Teaching Assistant is More Rewarding Than you Think.
29 January 2026Teaching assistants (TAs) are the unsung heroes of the classroom. They’re the extra pair of hands, eyes, and ears that ensure learning runs smoothly and every child gets the support they need to thrive. Far from just being there to “help out,” TAs play a crucial role in shaping young minds, creating meaningful connections, and […]
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