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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 […]

Want to compare your current take-home pay to that of a job outside of teaching? Our calculator will quickly show you. Teacher Salary Comparison Calculator Compare my teacher salary of £ With a pension contribution of % With a comparison salary of £ With a pension contribution of % Student Loan Plan No PlanPlan 1Plan […]

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. 

Whichever path you choose outside of the school system the CV is still very much alive and kicking when it comes to your job search. And if you are attempting to write one for the first time in years or even decades it’s a daunting proposition.

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.

A recent report showed that one of the biggest trends for career changers in the last year or so is teachers retraining in tech. Jess shares her story from primary teacher to Software Engineer.

How can teachers can use their passion for environmental issues within their working life. Teachers can make their classrooms more eco-friendly, and we have enjoyed researching this topic and finding solutions from the small changes to the large inspiring stories.

I found that working in schools was not compatible with a young family. Even the aspects of the business that are newer to me have been made easier by the behind-the-scenes admin that I had to do as a teacher. 

Franchising offers a compelling pathway for teachers seeking to explore new career opportunities, leverage their skills, and achieve financial independence. Educators can embark on a rewarding entrepreneurial journey while making a positive impact on their communities with a support of a franchise.

We continue to have an open dialogue with our franchisors and their employees, learning about their offering, see how well their current teacher franchisees are getting on and find out about how they inspire children, young people and adults clients. We recently caught up with some of our franchisors to find out their top tips for you when considering a franchise.

We have heard many success stories from teachers who left the classroom to become franchisees. We asked some of our franchisors what their opinion was about teachers leaving teaching to work for them. The Outdoors Project, Magic Link Handwriting and Nature Makers have shared their thoughts.

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. 

One aspect we love about TechyTots is they actively work in school in a variety of ways. As a franchisee, you can run before-school and after-school sessions as well as school enrichment days.

After a varied career as a EFL teacher and teacher trainer spanning many foreign destinations, Rhian joined Britannica Education in January 2023 to take up the role of Professional Development Expert and is currently developing a training course for secondary-based educators.