Designed to elevate classroom practices, this 40-minute session offers valuable strategies and real-world examples to optimize teaching methodologies. Perfect for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) or Early Career Teacher (ECT) training, our resource provides a succinct background overview along with actionable insights to support diverse learners. The session is designed as engaging and interactive. The slides are not overloaded with information. Notes are provided where further explanation might be needed for the presented. It’s the perfect concise presentation. I received great feedback following this session.

This is a CPD session focused on the theme of de-escalation. It took around 45 minutes, but could have taken the whole hour if we had the time. The PowerPoint is 15 slides including: What is de-escalation? A definition of de-escalation Stages of escalation De-escalation strategies De-escalation strategies if things have escalated Reframing language including examples Reflecting on reframing language Role playing This has been tried and tested and works really well, year on year. ECTs really enjoyed this session too!

This is a whole staff CPD focused on the theme of positive and assertive language. It took around 45 minutes but could have been the whole hour if we had time. The PowerPoint includes: What does assertive / positive mean? Definition of positive language Definition of assertiveness How to use assertive language Examples of assertive language Hallmarks of being assertive / positive Techniques and strategies Group task based around the theme Role play Everyone really enjoyed the session and took away useful tips for the classroom. ECTs have also had this session and said it was very useful!

Ideal for intensive, expert CPD sessions on literacy and oracy across the curriculum for trainees, ECTs, and experienced members of staff! What is literacy? What is oracy? Links to the teaching standards The importance of reading and literacy What does the research say? EEF findings Tiers 1-3 vocabulary and explicitly vocabulary teaching Modelling and scaffolding literacy (with examples) What does Alex Quigley say? The importance of oracy Using Talking Points and explicit oracy strategies Personal inquiry classroom intervention results and impact

I have put together a CPD session on how to create impactful seating plans. This CPD is perfect for trainees, ECTs and those that are struggling with getting it right in their classroom. This PPT includes: The importance of a seating plan Different types of seating plan Advantages and Disadvantages of different seating arrangements How to use seating plans to help with tackling poor behaviour How to use seating plans to help develop student progress The importance of seating plans in supporting PP/SEN students Practical ways of implementing seating plans I hope this helps you to structure your classrooms, reduce disruptive behaviour, make the best use of your TA and promote progress in your classrooms.

ECT Journal Organised into - Weekly planner, Mentor Meetings, Lesson observation feedback, Observing others and CPD session notes. Mentor Meetings page is broken down into, “what went well this week”, “reflection on the week”, “next steps” The journal allows ECTs to organise their learning journey.

I have put together a CPD PowerPoint and Help Sheet that you can use in your teams to help staff with tackling Low Level Disruption and poor behaviour. This includes what different types of Low Level Disruption are, from experience why this happens, strategies to use to de-escalate and how to move forward from these issues. I have also included a handy step by step help sheet that provides example strategies to use in the classroom when poor behaviour presents itself and what the next steps can be to resolve them. This may help a trainee or ECT too. Enjoy!

Supporting Students with ADHD: A Practical Teacher Toolkit (Editable SEND Resource) This professionally designed ADHD Teacher Toolkit is an essential resource for any primary or secondary educator seeking practical, inclusive strategies to support learners with ADHD in the classroom. Created by a SEND-aware practitioner, this resource offers evidence-informed approaches tailored to both Key Stage 1–4 students. Whether you’re preparing for Ofsted, developing inclusive provision, or delivering CPD, this resource is fully editable and ready to use immediately. What’s Included: Clear explanation of ADHD: Understand types, traits, and common myths In-school impact guidance: Practical examples for both primary and secondary settings Quick-reference teacher strategies: Straightforward tools you can implement tomorrow Daily support tools: Editable planners, visual timetables, fidget-friendly lists, movement breaks ADHD pupil passport template: Customisable to support EHCPs and pupil profiles Home–school collaboration tips: Improve communication and reduce homework stress Real-life case studies: Two detailed examples showing effective support in action Group CPD discussion slide: Ready-made questions for training or SEND team meetings Further reading list: Signposting to trusted ADHD resources and support Who Is This For? Class teachers (KS1–KS4) SENDCos and inclusion leads Teaching assistants Senior leaders preparing for Ofsted ECTs seeking behaviour and SEND guidance Why It Sells: Fully editable to suit your context Clear, concise layout — ideal for CPD or staffrooms Ofsted- and EHCP-ready content Supports your whole-school approach to SEND inclusion

Printable PDF Planner for ECT Teachers. Includes September overview page, weekly overview planner page, weekly CPD/Briefing notes page, ECT Training page, a page to jot down things to plan, print, ask and organise and lastly, a page for a weekly check in. Print and reprint as many pages of notes you want - this way you are not limited to 1 page for notes! Message for more monthly overview pages.

Are you an Early Career Teacher (ECT) looking to stay organised and confidently showcase your progress? Our comprehensive ECT Standards Evidence eGuide and Template is designed specifically for you! This resource provides clear examples and tips on gathering and presenting evidence aligned with teaching standards. You’ll get: Structured Template: Easily track and organise your evidence with our ready-made template. Detailed Examples: Discover what types of evidence to include for each standard, such as classroom setups, lesson plans, observation feedback, and pupil progress. Visual Guidance: Learn how to use pictures and color coding effectively to present your evidence clearly. Proven Strategies: Find practical advice on gathering evidence from real-life scenarios—like parent feedback, behavior tracking, and CPD activities. This guide is your go-to companion to make your ECT journey smoother, ensuring you’re prepared when it’s time to demonstrate your growth and meet the required teaching standards.

Includes some useful documents for ECTs and/or ECT mentors/tutors to track. Including: CPD tracker ECT programme planner (plans out ECT time, weekly tutor/mentor meeting plan, actions for ECt and/or mentor, and CPD) ECT target setting document to be used half termly/termly dependent on school policy Blank meeting minutes document for mentor/tutor and ECT meetings. All document templates that are editable.

This complete CPD package uses Channel 4’s Educating Essex (2011) Educating Greater Manchester (2017) and Educating Yorkshire (2013) documentary series to support teacher development. Perfect for trainees, ECTs, mentors, or staff CPD sessions, it provides a structured way to reflect on classroom practice, behaviour management, safeguarding and teacher wellbeing. What’s included: Episode-by-episode reflection prompts Printable worksheets (episodes, themes, wellbeing, safeguarding) Mentor discussion guide for 1:1 or group CPD SMART action planning template Teacher Standards mapping grid (TS1, TS2, TS5, TS7, TS8) Who it’s for: Trainee teachers Early Career Teachers (ECTs) Mentors and ITT providers CPD leads running department/whole-school training Why teachers love it: Directly aligns with the DfE Teachers’ Standards Flexible for self-study or group discussion Evidence-ready for CPD portfolios and ECT reviews Professional, structured, and classroom-relevant

A PowerPoint for CPD for art departments wanting to further link literacy into art. A look over how to include ideas around how art uses reading as a tool and how to incorperate this into 39 weeks of planning each year. Ideally for Heads of Department or Literacy leads using the information to further enhance planning in ECT or early stage career staff.

Effective Scaffolding Made Simple – Primary Teacher CPD Toolkit Transform your teaching and training with practical scaffolding strategies you can apply tomorrow. What’s Included This CPD pack gives you everything you need to develop effective scaffolding strategies in your classroom — or across your whole school. Scaffolding Made Simple – A Teacher’s Guide (PDF) – A clear and practical introduction to scaffolding, perfect for busy teachers. Scaffolding Strategies for Effective Teaching (PowerPoint) – Ready-to-use training slides for staff meetings, INSET, or CPD workshops. Scaffolding Strategies FAQs (PDF) – Answers to the most common questions about scaffolding, ideal as a handout. Why It’s Teacher-Friendly ✔ Practical & ready-to-use – No extra preparation needed. ✔ Evidence-informed – Based on proven approaches to scaffolding in primary classrooms. ✔ Flexible – Perfect for individual teachers, phase leaders, or whole-school training. ✔ Time-saving – Strategies are explained simply, with clear examples. How It Can Be Used Staff meetings or INSET days CPD workshops and coaching sessions Teacher self-study or professional reflection Classroom planning support Who It’s For Primary teachers (KS1–KS2) NQTs / ECTs looking for practical support Phase leaders or CPD leads running training sessions Pricing & Licence This resource is free for whole-school use – once downloaded, all teachers at your school may use it as it can be easily copied and distributed among all teachers and support staff.

Bring Maths Week England to life in your school with this engaging, ready-to-deliver staff training created by an experienced Maths lead. This complete staff staff PPT is designed to help schools raise the profile of Maths during Maths Week England, boost staff confidence in delivering lessons and using resources purposefully to demonstrate how fun Maths can be, how accessible, inclusive and enjoyable it can be for every learner! This resource includes: Explanation of What Maths Week Enlgand is Guidance on how to celebrate MAths Week England Link to a plethora of resources and activities that teachers can implement in their Maths lessons Activities directly linked to White Rose and NCETM’s mastery approaches TTRS battles competition ideas Primary MAths Challenge implementation A positive mindset slide tackling common maths myths Real-world maths links to excite pupils and spark curiosity Other important dates for calenders Perfect for: Maths leads/subjeat leaders, SLT, teachers & ECTs This resource equips whole staff to deliver a purposeful, celebratory and high impact Maths weekthat gets pupils talking, thinking and solving problems! and genuinly enjoying Maths!

INSET Training: Effective Assessment and Feedback – Practical, Purposeful and Impactful This ready-to-deliver INSET session provides practical guidance on how to make assessment and feedback more impactful while reducing workload. Aimed at secondary school teachers and leaders, the session is built around cognitive science, classroom research, and best practices across schools. With a focus on using assessment to drive learning rather than overwhelm staff, this session encourages a culture of purposeful practice and actionable feedback. It’s ideal for CPD days, departmental training or twilight sessions. What’s Included: Fully editable PowerPoint presentation Clear session objectives and agenda Practical strategies for feedback and assessment Group reflection task and discussion prompts Tools and ideas to take away immediately Key Topics Covered: Different types of assessment and their classroom applications High-impact feedback that leads to improvement Techniques to reduce marking time while increasing impact How to build student ownership of feedback Avoiding common assessment and feedback pitfalls Perfect for: Secondary school INSET days ECT/NQT training and support Assessment coordinators and teaching leads Whole-school CPD on workload reduction Practical, realistic, and designed to improve both teaching and student progress.

10 x One Minute Professional Development Guides Transform your teaching in just one minute at a time with quick, practical CPD your teachers will actually use. This unit of 10 One Minute Guides gives KS2 teachers practical, evidence-informed strategies they can read in under a minute and apply straight away. Perfect for busy primary schools, each guide focuses on high-impact areas of classroom practice proven to raise engagement, independence, and achievement. Each guide breaks down a powerful teaching strategy into a short, accessible format. Teachers can learn, reflect, and act immediately – making CPD practical, bite-sized, and impactful. What’s Included 10 One Minute Guides covering: 1. Introduction to Mindsets 2. Creating a Growth Mindset Classroom 3. Fixed vs Growth Mindsets in a Nutshell 4. Using Praise Effectively 5. Formative Assessment in a Nutshell 6. No Hands Up 7. The Benefits of Students Asking Their Own Questions 8. Developing Independent Learning 9. The Benefits of Independent Learning 10. The 8 Characteristics of a Self-Regulated Learner CPD Co-ordinator’s Guide – run a simple CPD cycle with your staff Certificate of Participation Template – evidence of professional learning Why It’s Teacher-Friendly Only one minute to read – but designed for lasting impact Evidence-based, classroom-focused strategies Encourages staff reflection, collaboration, and improvement Ideal for whole-school CPD at an affordable price Who It’s For Primary teachers (KS2) NQTs / ECTs looking for practical support Phase leaders or CPD leads running training sessions This resource is priced at £15 for whole-school use – once downloaded, all teachers at your school may use it as it can be easily copied and distributed among all teachers and support staff. A complete CPD solution.

A document that supports the use of Blooms Taxonomy through questioning. This is suitable for trainee teacher, ECT’s or as staff CPD.

Address low-level classroom disruption with this structured, editable behaviour intervention plan designed for wholeschool consistency and individual pupil support. This toolkit provides ready made, tiered strategies for managing low-level disruption such as chatting, off-task behaviour, and minor defiance. Ideal for teachers, SENCOs, LSAs, and behaviour leads, it helps schools implement proactive approaches that improve engagement and reduce lost learning time. Perfect for: CPD training for ECTs or staff refresher sessions Inclusion and SEND reviews Behaviour policy implementation Classroom interventions and pupil passports What’s Included: Editable Behaviour Intervention Plan for low-level disruption (DOCX + CPD PPT ) Tier 1, 2, and 3 behaviour support strategies Visual support references (Now/Next, break cards, reward chart) Monitoring tools and reflection templates Integration tips for school behaviour policies Staff CPD quickguide Why Teachers Love This: Provides clear structure for managing common disruption Helps build a consistent behaviour culture Ready for CPD or INSET use Easily adapted for different pupils or contexts #LowLevelDisruptionStrategies #ClassroomBehaviourSupport #EditableBehaviourPlan #ManagingTalkingInClass #SENDBehaviourInterventions #BehaviourTrackingTools #CPDForClassroomBehaviour #TieredInterventionForBehaviour #WholeSchoolBehaviourSupport #DisruptionReductionToolkit

Effective Teaching Strategies: A CPD Toolkit for Schools and Educators Looking to answer questions like “What is effective teaching?”, “Why is teaching important?”, or “How can teaching be improved?” This CPD bundle is your complete, research-informed training solution for whole-school development. Designed for teachers, senior leaders, and instructional coaches, this toolkit explores the difference between teaching and learning, how teaching can be improved, and the strategies that define high-quality instruction. With real-world application and evidence-based methods, it supports both new and experienced educators in boosting classroom impact. Whether you’re planning a CPD session, staff INSET day, or instructional coaching programme, this bundle saves you time and ensures your training is rooted in the latest research and most asked teaching questions. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) What are effective teaching strategies? Effective teaching strategies are evidence-based methods that enhance student understanding, engagement, and outcomes. This toolkit includes six core strategies such as retrieval practice, modelling, scaffolding, and feedback techniques – all supported by research from Rosenshine, Wiliam, and the EEF. Who is this CPD toolkit for? This resource is designed for classroom teachers, middle leaders, senior leaders, and CPD coordinators who want to improve teaching practice, support staff development, and lead whole-school training sessions. How can this CPD toolkit improve teaching? By providing structured, research-informed content, practical planning templates, and ready-to-use reflection tools, the toolkit helps educators translate theory into action. It encourages critical thinking, self-audit, and strategic planning for classroom delivery. 4 Can this resource be used for teacher induction or NPQ support? Yes. The toolkit aligns well with National Professional Qualification (NPQ) frameworks and teacher standards. It’s suitable for mentoring, coaching, early career teacher (ECT) induction, or as a foundation for more advanced leadership development. Is this resource suitable for international schools? Absolutely. Although aligned to UK frameworks, the principles of effective teaching in this toolkit are universal and easily adaptable for international or bilingual education settings. Is this a printable or digital-only resource? The resource is fully digital (editable in PowerPoint, Word, or Google formats) and includes printable PDFs for classroom display and in-person CPD delivery. NOT for redistribution

Support inclusive classrooms with this comprehensive SEND Behaviour Intervention Toolkit with over 17 resources ideal for CPD, SENCO resource hubs, and everyday use in primary and secondary settings. Created by experienced educators and SEND specialists, this ready-to-use pack contains detailed behaviour intervention plans for the most common SEND needs (ADHD, ASD, SEMH, ODD, and general disruption). Perfect for CPD training sessions, behaviour lead planning, or day to day support, this toolkit gives staff the confidence and clarity to respond proactively to pupil needs. What’s Included: 5 Ready Made Intervention Plans ( Word)+ 5 PPT for CPD ADHD Off-task & impulsivity , ASD Difficulty with transitions SEMH Emotional outbursts ODD Defiance and refusal General Low-level disruption / disengagement ** 7 Editable Templates (DOCX):** Behaviour Intervention Plan Template ABC Behaviour Log Daily Monitoring Sheet Home–School Communication Log Editable Reward Chart Now/Next Visual Board Behaviour Cue Card Ideal For: Whole-school CPD on behaviour strategies SENCOs building a SEND toolkit New teachers or ECTs learning inclusive strategies Behaviour mentors and LSAs PRU and alternative provision staff CPD Use Suggestions: Run a behaviour CPD using the plans + editable log sheets Print the cue cards for your SEND base Use the monitoring sheets in pupil progress meetings Customise the reward chart for 1:1 interventions Upload editable files to your school shared drive #SENBehaviourSupport #ADHDClassroomStrategies #ASDTransitionHelp #SEMHInterventionPlans #BehaviourLogSheet #NowNextBoardTemplate #StoneAgeAnimals #StoneAgeCreatures #FarmingInStoneAge #WordClasses #BritishValues #ClimateChange #FrenchSpeaking #Euro2024 #Transition #Euros2024 #GeneralElection #EndOfTerm #SummerQuiz #EndOfYearQuiz #GeneralElection2024 #Euros #EndOfYear#RewardChartEditable #HomeSchoolCommunicationLog #CPDForTeachersSEND #BehaviourManagementToolkit #PrimaryBehaviourResources #SecondarySENDSupport #SENCOCPD #TESSpecialNeedsResources