Early Career Teacher

As an early career teacher, you want to thrive in your first years in your new profession. The Chartered College of Teaching is your professional body, helping you to learn from the expertise of thousands of experienced members. We’ll keep you informed with the latest research insights aligned with the Early Career Framework, so you can make the best decisions for your students while reducing your workload. 

You will gain access to cutting-edge research to develop your practice, alongside high-quality career development opportunities. Your students will benefit from your evidence-informed approach, while you benefit from the wisdom of members who have dedicated their lives to education. Join us in building a knowledgeable, respected profession you can be proud of.

Eligibility

For Early Career Teachers employed to teach children or young people aged 0-19 years in an early years, primary, secondary, further education or specialist setting.

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Benefits

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Post-nominials

Certification of post-nominals MCCT to recognise your dedication to your new profession

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Stay informed and inspired

Receive personalised news and updates to benefit your development as you start your teaching career

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Impact

Receive copies of our journal Impact and tap into a wealth of research and case studies to support you as you start your teaching career. Access every past issue online with articles spanning all areas of teaching

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Expert guidance

Watch on-demand real-life classroom practice videos of best practice, access Bitesize CPD units and watch case studies from teachers sharing their innovations and how they’ve brought the latest research to life

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Support at every stage of your career

Understand the Early Career Framework with access to the Early Career Hub

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Shape the future of teaching

Take part in consultations and research projects to shape the future of the profession

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Tailored support for every phase

Access integral research and resources to support children with our Early Childhood Hub

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Cutting-edge research

Access the latest research through research summaries and 600+ research articles available in the Research Hub and make the best decisions for your students

The Early Career Hub - such an amazing resource for teachers just starting out in their careers!
Early Career Teacher
Chartered College of Teaching member
It makes you even more of an expert and improves your classroom practice. It’s also such a welcoming community. I’ve gained insights from like-minded individuals, who are passionate about their subjects.
Jonathan Wainman, Early Career Teacher and Subject Leader for Psychology
John F Kennedy Catholic School

Become a Research Champion

Elevate your impact by becoming a Chartered College of Teaching Research Champion. As the Chartered College of Teaching Research Champion you will serve as an advocate for the Chartered College, actively supporting your colleagues in engaging with Chartered College resources and content, with the primary objective of promoting ongoing professional learning and the adoption of evidence-informed approaches within your school context.

Tax relief

You may be able to apply for employee tax relief on your Chartered College of Teaching subscription, as we are a professional organisation approved by HMRC (listed as ‘Teachers College of’). More information can be found at gov.uk

 

When taking out membership through a third-party organisation, we strongly encourage you to verify the provider’s authenticity. Please be aware that some entities have sought to replicate our work.

The transition from trainee teacher to early career teacher can often be overwhelming, but we're committed to equipping ECTs to not just manage the transition but thrive, through the research summaries, events and professional learning content available through Chartered College membership.
Jonny Goggs
Associate Director, Partnerships, Chartered College of Teaching