Welcome to the Early Career Hub

The Early Career Hub is our one-stop shop for trainee teachers, early career teachers, and those involved in supporting, coaching and mentoring those new to the profession. 

Whether seeking top tips on how to maintain a work-life balance and manage workload and wellbeing, or more specialised advice on key approaches in those first days in the classroom, we’ve got you covered. 

Content is helpfully linked to strands of the Initial Teacher Training and Early Career Framework, and includes accessible research articles on essential topics such as using technology, providing feedback and understanding how pupils learn.

If you are visiting for the first time, make sure you’ve signed up for Chartered College membership to make sure you can access all resources and receive ongoing CPD resources. You can sign up free as a trainee teacher, and membership is half price for ECTs – or may even be covered by your school.  You might find it helpful use the Early Career Teacher member workbook below to support your professional learning journey on our site – it is designed to help you make the most of the resources below and help you effectively plan your ongoing professional development.

Making the most of the Early Career Hub

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Upcoming Events

Upcoming events that may be of interest to trainee and early career teachers

  • LLSE

Interviews in education can be unpredictable — from data tasks to panel rounds to “teach a lesson” observations — but successful candidates understand how to prepare with purpose. In this webinar, experienced leaders and recruiters will demystify the interview process and share strategies that have helped candidates secure roles at every stage.

March 4, 2026
3:45 pm
Free
  • LLSE

Your covering letter and application form are your first opportunity to make an impact — but many applicants undersell what they can do. This session breaks down what makes a truly standout application in today’s education landscape.

February 25, 2026
3:45 pm
Free
  • LLSE
  • Wellbeing

Not all schools are the same — and choosing the right place to work can shape your wellbeing, development, and long-term career. In this interactive webinar, LLSE's panel of experienced school leaders will help you understand what really makes a school a great fit.

February 11, 2026
3:45 pm
Free