Good News Stories – Case Studies

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 are delighted to present case studies from Trust leads and colleagues just joining the profession.

We are grateful to the contriubutors to the case studies below.

The leaders who have shared their work discuss how structuring your school in an innovative way can support recruitment and retention. Whether that is through flexible working arrangements or through embedding teacher training into your school development priorities, there is much to learn.

You can also read the inspiring, personal stories of colleagues who have joined the profession more recently. They explore what it is like for candidates joining the workforce through a SCITT, or as a career changer.


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.