In today’s episode, we look at what is the ECF?
Launched nationally in 2021 after a regional pilot, the Early Career Framework represents a significant change in support and induction programme for teachers following their ITT. It forms a key part of the Government’s teacher recruitment and retention strategy, aiming to ensure all teachers are provided with high quality training opportunities throughout their career. In this Podcast series, our host Georgie McIntyre, explores the ECF, the research underpinning it and considers the practical implications for early career teachers and their mentors.
For years, teacher induction in England has changed very little. The acronym ‘NQT’ was universally understood, and the induction period lasted for 12 months after an ITT course. All of this changed with the introduction of the ECF – ‘Newly Qualified Teachers’ were replaced with ‘Early Career Teachers’ and their support package changed drastically, being extended to 2 years. This podcast explores the key aspects of the ECF, where it came from and the research that underpins it.
