Career Transition Workshops

Some teachers feel that they need to be present at school to support students when they receive their results and for some of you in specific roles your physical presence is required. It can however be an emotionally draining experience and there are many teachers who choose to monitor from a distance or perhaps not engage at all.

When people think about career development in education, they often picture the next step on the teaching or leadership ladder. Less visible – but no less powerful – is the role of school governor or trustee. It’s a position that doesn’t always get much airtime, yet the impact on your skills, confidence, and career can […]

Want to compare your current take-home pay to that of a job outside of teaching? Our calculator will quickly show you.

When you imagine a teacher’s day, you might picture a bustling classroom, a whiteboard full of notes, and a line of students waiting for help with homework. But at EDClass, the classroom looks a little different, and so does the role of the teacher.

I’d like to share my story as it may resonate with others coming up to retirement. My name is Kathleen Lucey and I am a City of Westminster tour guide. In early 2022 I was nervous about upcoming retirement.  I’d worked all my adult life, half of it overseas, and while I played tennis and […]

The Children’s Literacy Charity is a small organisation making a big difference—working to close the literacy gap and expand opportunities for children from disadvantaged backgrounds. Our highly trained tutors provide targeted support to help children catch up and thrive. We believe that early intervention in literacy not only boosts confidence and achievement but has a […]

According to June 2024 government figures[1], 43,500 teachers left the state-funded teaching sector in 2022/23. The many reasons given for leaving include pay, stress, student behaviour, a toxic school climate, lack of support and burnout. This disillusionment with teaching as a job for working mums is reinforced by a study conducted by the National Foundation […]

The Profession Needs To Change To Attract Tomorrow’s Teachers A recent report by Public First and Teach First proves that Gen Z is a generation that doesn’t believe in the maximum if you can’t do teach. They respect the profession! The research suggests that they acknowledge that teaching is a honourable, selfless profession that offers […]

As I reflect on my career as a Headteacher, I am filled with gratitude for the countless experiences and relationships that shaped my professional journey. After dedicating many fulfilling years to education, I made the bold decision to unofficially retire on my 55th birthday and embark on a new adventure that combines my passions for […]

Opting for a career in teaching, demonstrates you are motivated to make a difference and it can be leveraged as evidence to show your values align with the causes of a charity employer. You possess a wealth of soft skills that are in demand. This blog explores the important skills needed to forge a successful career in the third sector and why as a teacher you have them covered. 

Many teachers won’t have a CV, you may have applied with a personal statement only. This quick easy guide has 5 top tips when you are thinking about creating your own CV. We have seen 1,000’s of CV’s use our experience to support you.

When you focus on possibilities you have opportunities!  We hope that you have found some time to breath, reflect and catch your thoughts over the Easter break after the frenetic activity that preceded the holiday period. Most importantly, we hope that both you and your families are safe and well. We are of course acutely […]

If you’re a qualified teacher in the UK with experience and proven results then your skills can very easily become your passport to teaching in all corners of the globe. Armed with your PGCE and QTS you have a prime opportunity to travel the world by teaching in the British International School market. These schools […]

Embrace failure – the first time I started the business it failed. It turned out it was the best thing that could have happened. Don’t be afraid to fail – just learn from your mistakes and go again. 

The first thing to say is that if you leap, it’s guaranteed to be a journey that you can’t see today.  No matter what you choose to do, no matter how much you plan, surprising challenges will crop up along the way.

Would you be a teacher today? Think teaching is a breezy 9-3 job with excessive holiday allowance? Think again. Jennifer Savin from Cosmopolitan investigates how the profession got to crisis point…

“I’m not ready to leave teaching… but I do want more freedom, options, and something that’s mine.”

That’s exactly why we ran our recent webinar: Side Hustles with Heart – How to Franchise Part-Time as a Teacher. We brought together a panel of franchisors who were either teachers themselves or work closely with teachers, to answer one core question:

Can you build a meaningful franchise around your life, without walking away from the classroom overnight?

Having safety certifications can make a significant difference for people who want to grow in their careers. Leaders in many fields need to keep teams safe while doing the job well and by showing strong safety knowledge, workers can prove they are ready for bigger responsibilities and show they care about everyone’s well-being

The new mentoring programme includes a year of dedicated support, guidance and coaching for new members in a variety of skills to enable them to build a successful business. Experienced franchisees will offer one-to-one sessions, meetings and events to help broaden their knowledge with the reassurance of having a mentor on hand to discuss ideas and ask questions.