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Arriving At School

Early Career Teacher Entitlement

Alpha Teacher Development is working in partnership with TEACH FIRST to deliver the Early Career Teacher Entitlement.

This DfE-funded programme is open to all schools with Early Career Teachers (ECT). Early Career Teacher Entitlement (ECTE) is a two-year programme designed to support early career teachers (ECTs) as they begin their teaching journey. Its goals are to:

  • Develop professional skills

  • Equip ECTs with the knowledge and abilities to meet the teachers' standards

The programme includes:

  • A training course tailored for ECTs

  • Mentor support for ECTs

  • A training programme for new mentors (if the school collaborates with a Department for Education (DfE) funded lead provider)​

Starting in September 2025, the term "early career teacher entitlement (ECTE)" will replace "ECF-based training and induction."

Why choose Alpha Teacher Development & Teach First

  • Alpha Teacher Development have expert facilitators for each phase.

  • The Early Career Training Programme covers all phases and subjects.

  • Training is delivered in your local area and phase.

  • The well-being of Early Career Teachers is essential, which is why all our training sessions are conducted during the school day.

  • Teach First diagnostic tool at the beginning of each module is available to reduce repetition from the ITT training.

  • Optional content is available as part of the Teach First programme.
                   Year 1 - SEND  Year 2 - Leadership

  • Alpha Teacher Development have an expert and enthusiastic administration support team to help with any queries.

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