Good News Stories

Recruiting and retaining high-quality teachers can be improved by having clear pathways of progression, and examples of success stories across the profession. You can use good news stories in any way you wish to promote teaching and support your recruitment.

We have collated these stories to showcase the power of ITT for school recuitment. They also demonstrate the many benefits of teaching as a profession.

To recruit effectively, we need to be the best adverts for and advocates of teaching. Running through these stories are a few themes:

ITT supports schools to ‘grow their own’ teachers effectively, moulding them from the outset of their career.

Brilliant teachers can be found in all areas of society, some talented people might need encouragement to take the leap.

Access to schools through initial teacher training increases the likelihood of candidates joining and remaining for the longer term.

There is new talent out there for middle and senior leadership.

Use the stories and experiences of the colleagues who shared their Good News Stories with us to promote and foster positive attitudes and messages about the teaching profession.


Fully editable versions of all resources are available to schools who complete the Recruitment and Retention Audit Tool.



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Our Toolkit for Schools

This toolkit is designed to support schools with recruitment within their local communities, alumni, and from the wider market.

These resources are free to all schools and can be adapted to suit your context and needs.