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New professionals development at the NEU
As a student or trainee teacher, the National Education Union (NEU) believes that you should have access to Continuing Professional Development (CPD) at every stage of your career.
Resources for student and trainee teachers
Welcome to the NEU! Whether you’re starting your training in a school or at university, the National Education Union is here to support you throughout your teacher training and your career.
Newly qualified and trainee teachers
Advice, tips and publications for newly qualified and trainee teachers on starting your teaching placement, lesson planning and behaviour management as well as frequently asked questions.
Advice
Coronavirus: NQTs and trainees
NEU advice regarding the completion of initial teacher training courses and inducation of newly qualified teachers during the coronavirus crisis.
Health and safety for NQTs and student teachers
This advice contains advice about health and safety matters which both newly qualified and student teachers should be aware of when entering the profession.
Legal Responsibilities
Like others on the way to gaining QTS, you may be feeling anxious about your legal position while in the classroom. This brief summary should help you understand your rights and responsibilities.
Relationships with pupils, colleagues and parents
There are lots of relationships to get used to when you first go into the classroom. Here are some tips for navigating relationships with pupils, colleagues and parents.
Work outside of the classroom
Advice for trainee members on the additional work outside the classroom you may be involved in.
The role of a mentor
Advice for trainee members on the role of a mentor, how to work best with your mentor and what to do if you feel you are not being supported.
Behaviour tips for trainee teachers
Tips for trainee members on managing behaviour in the classroom, including tips for your first lesson and managing conflict.
Managing behaviour
Advice for trainees on managing behaviour in the classroom, including physical and social contact and infatuations.
Lesson planning
Advice for trainee members on lesson planning, timing and pacing, and tips on how to save time.
NQT pocket guide
What to expect on your teaching placement, including advice on what you should and should not be asked to do in the classroom.
Before you start your teaching placement
Guidance on what you can do to ensure you have the best start on your trainee placement, including a visit to the school and familiarising yourself with policies and procedures.
Press release
NFER on Apprenticeships
The NEU supports proposals to help young people access apprenticeship programmes but this report lays bare the disproportionate impact those reforms are having on younger apprentices.
Latest DfE figures for trainee teachers
General increase is welcome but subject shortages and retention are a challenge.