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Essex and Thames SCITT Teacher Training

@etscitt.bsky.social

Outstanding ITE Teacher Training Provider for Primary and Early Years in Essex and London. Offering QTS, PGCE, Assessment Only, Apprenticeships, ECT support. ITT / ITE. https://etpscitt.co.uk/ #traintoteach #getintoteaching

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4 world cancer day, 6th nspcc number day, 11th international day of women and girls in science, 10th safer internet day, 12th darwin day, 16th - 22nd Engineers Week, 17th Lunar New Year

4 world cancer day, 6th nspcc number day, 11th international day of women and girls in science, 10th safer internet day, 12th darwin day, 16th - 22nd Engineers Week, 17th Lunar New Year

Key Dates in STEM for February.

You can see the full list of dates for 2026 here: www.sciencefix.co.uk/stem-calendar/

#stem #stemeducation #stemcalendar #onthisday

02.02.2026 21:24 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Does your current job feel like Groundhog Day every day?

Have you thought about teaching? No two days are ever the same!

To learn more about our teacher training courses visit www.etpscitt.co.uk or give us a ring on 01268 988580

#groundhogday

02.02.2026 15:20 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Early Years Initial Teacher Training (EYITT) is a 12-month programme, fully funded by the Department for Education, designed to help early years settings and schools grow, retain and strengthen their workforce.

More details can be found at: https://etpscitt.co.uk/.../early-years-initial-teacher.../ 

Applications now open. Email nicky@ete.org.uk to learn more.

Early Years Initial Teacher Training (EYITT) is a 12-month programme, fully funded by the Department for Education, designed to help early years settings and schools grow, retain and strengthen their workforce. More details can be found at: https://etpscitt.co.uk/.../early-years-initial-teacher.../ Applications now open. Email nicky@ete.org.uk to learn more.

Early Years Initial Teacher Training (EYITT) is designed to help early years settings and schools strengthen their workforce.

etpscitt.co.uk/get-into-tea...

Email nicky@ete.org.uk to learn more.
#EarlyYears #EarlyYearsEducation #EarlyYearsApprenticeships #teachertraining

01.02.2026 19:05 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Use I say, you say and choral response to fortify engagement Two techniques to strengthen learners' engagement and enthusiasm, whatever the topic

Looking for ways to boost attention and energy in your lessons? I say, you say and choral response brings learners into the moment. These quick techniques from @priteshraichura.bsky.social make explanations pacier and participation sky high ๐Ÿ‘โœจ
edu.rsc.org/ideas/use-i-...

#iteachchem #chemed

02.02.2026 15:07 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐ŸŽ“ How can AI support reflective practice in teacher education without replacing human sensitivity?

Join our panel exploring technology's role in creating safe spaces for learning in ITE.


๐Ÿ“… 5th February
๐Ÿ•“ 4pm - 5pm

Sign up here: https://chartered.pulse.ly/t4ecs0tcgo

29.01.2026 06:59 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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We're so excited to be bringing researchED to East Anglia! Join us in Mildenhall for a day of sharp thinking, honest conversation and ideas you can take straight back to your school.

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธGet tickets: tinyurl.com/3553xs3e
Follow #rEDEastAnglia for exciting speaker announcements!

#researchED #UKeduchat

28.01.2026 12:53 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 4    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 2
Early Years Initial Teacher Training (EYITT) is a 12-month programme, fully funded by the Department for Education, designed to help early years settings and schools grow, retain and strengthen their workforce.

More details can be found at: https://etpscitt.co.uk/.../early-years-initial-teacher.../ 

Applications now open. Email nicky@ete.org.uk to learn more.

Early Years Initial Teacher Training (EYITT) is a 12-month programme, fully funded by the Department for Education, designed to help early years settings and schools grow, retain and strengthen their workforce. More details can be found at: https://etpscitt.co.uk/.../early-years-initial-teacher.../ Applications now open. Email nicky@ete.org.uk to learn more.

Early Years Initial Teacher Training (EYITT) is designed to help early years settings and schools strengthen their workforce.

etpscitt.co.uk/get-into-tea...

Email nicky@ete.org.uk to learn more.
#EarlyYears #EarlyYearsEducation #EarlyYearsApprenticeships #teachertraining

01.02.2026 19:05 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
introduction to level 6 teaching apprenticeships - a webinar for school leaders

feb 3rd 
5 to 5.30pm

introduction to level 6 teaching apprenticeships - a webinar for school leaders feb 3rd 5 to 5.30pm

School Leaders! Join us for our free webinar where weโ€™ll explain everything you need to know about our level 6 Teaching Apprenticeship course.

Sign up here: forms.gle/EHXQCKnQcBh3...

Visit etpscitt.co.uk/get-into-tea... to learn more, or email sarah@ete.org.uk

#apprentice #apprenticeships

20.01.2026 17:06 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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The self-help world loves to tell us to โ€œeat the frog.โ€ What they mean by that is: do the hardest task first. Power through. Everything else will feel easier. But for ADHD brains, that advice often ba... TikTok video by merideth_adhdeducation

Why "Eating the Frog" might not work for ADHD brains www.tiktok.com/@merideth_ad...

27.01.2026 10:48 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Early Years Leaders! Join us for our free webinar where weโ€™ll explain everything you need to know about Early Years Initial Teacher Training.

If you are a school leader weโ€™ll explain how your staff can remain in work and achieve Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS).

Our next event is on 28th Jan at 5pm. 

Donโ€™t miss out, register here: https://forms.gle/swFMjpQFFC32Km388 

#Education #EarlyYears #EarlyYearsEducation #EarlyYearsApprenticeships #EYFS #teachertraining #slt

Early Years Leaders! Join us for our free webinar where weโ€™ll explain everything you need to know about Early Years Initial Teacher Training. If you are a school leader weโ€™ll explain how your staff can remain in work and achieve Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS). Our next event is on 28th Jan at 5pm. Donโ€™t miss out, register here: https://forms.gle/swFMjpQFFC32Km388 #Education #EarlyYears #EarlyYearsEducation #EarlyYearsApprenticeships #EYFS #teachertraining #slt

Early Years Leaders! Join our free webinar where weโ€™ll explain everything you need to know about Early Years Initial Teacher Training.

Our next event is on 28th Jan at 5pm. Register here: forms.gle/swFMjpQFFC32...

#Education #EarlyYears #EarlyYearsEducation #EYFS #teachertraining #slt

21.01.2026 15:10 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
If you are looking to become an Early Years teacher, join us for our free webinar where weโ€™ll explain everything you need to know about Early Years Initial Teacher Training.

Weโ€™ll explain how you can remain in work and achieve Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS). 

Our next event is on 27th Jan from 6.30pm

#Education #EarlyYears #EarlyYearsEducation #EarlyYearsApprenticeships #EYFS #teachertraining

If you are looking to become an Early Years teacher, join us for our free webinar where weโ€™ll explain everything you need to know about Early Years Initial Teacher Training. Weโ€™ll explain how you can remain in work and achieve Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS). Our next event is on 27th Jan from 6.30pm #Education #EarlyYears #EarlyYearsEducation #EarlyYearsApprenticeships #EYFS #teachertraining

If you are looking to become an Early Years teacher, join us tomorrow for our free webinar where weโ€™ll explain everything you need to know about Early Years Initial Teacher Training.

Register here: forms.gle/JQYL7TkHCk1q...

#Education #EarlyYears #EarlyYearsEducation #EYFS #eduskyprimary

26.01.2026 20:43 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
DFE Product Safety Standards
Generative Ai
Filtering must be integrated
Alert DSL of inappropriate use
Be secure and hard to hack
Comply with data protection regs
Must not use/store intellectual property created by learners.
Must prioritise childrenโ€™s safety
Should minimise โ€œcognitive deskillingโ€
Should not pretend to have a personality
Should detect mental health issues
Should not flatter or manipulate.

DFE Product Safety Standards Generative Ai Filtering must be integrated Alert DSL of inappropriate use Be secure and hard to hack Comply with data protection regs Must not use/store intellectual property created by learners. Must prioritise childrenโ€™s safety Should minimise โ€œcognitive deskillingโ€ Should not pretend to have a personality Should detect mental health issues Should not flatter or manipulate.

The DFEโ€™s new 2026 AI standards are less concerned with what an AI shows a child and far more interested in what prolonged interaction with an AI does to a childโ€™s mind.

26.01.2026 12:02 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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UK Gov Launch New AI Safety Rules : Does Your AI Comply? Are your edtech tools safe? Look at the updated UK AI safety standards and learn how to audit your AI products for filtering, DSL alerts, and anti-manipulation features.

UK Gov Launch New AI Safety Rules : Does Your AI Comply?

Read more: www.whiteboardblog.co.uk/2026/01/uk-g...

26.01.2026 12:02 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
international day of education 24th Jan

international day of education 24th Jan

Today we join together to celebrate the International Day of Education. To celebrate the importance of education and raise awareness about issues such as children missing out on school, poverty, and inequality.

#education #IDE #internationaldayofeducation

24.01.2026 09:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
image showing different behaviours - behaviour is a form of communication

image showing different behaviours - behaviour is a form of communication

In their 2nd Behaviour for Learning lecture Trainees have been exploring the psychology of behaviour and how that impacts children.

This graphic from Beacon House beaconhouse.org.uk/resources is a useful reminder that behaviour is a form of communication.

#teachertraining #traintoteach

23.01.2026 15:15 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
If you are looking to become an Early Years teacher, join us for our free webinar where weโ€™ll explain everything you need to know about Early Years Initial Teacher Training.

Weโ€™ll explain how you can remain in work and achieve Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS). 

Our next event is on 27th Jan from 6.30pm

Donโ€™t miss out, register here: http://forms.gle/JQYL7TkHCk1quzE76 

#Education #EarlyYears #EarlyYearsEducation #EarlyYearsApprenticeships #EYFS #teachertraining

If you are looking to become an Early Years teacher, join us for our free webinar where weโ€™ll explain everything you need to know about Early Years Initial Teacher Training. Weโ€™ll explain how you can remain in work and achieve Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS). Our next event is on 27th Jan from 6.30pm Donโ€™t miss out, register here: http://forms.gle/JQYL7TkHCk1quzE76 #Education #EarlyYears #EarlyYearsEducation #EarlyYearsApprenticeships #EYFS #teachertraining

If you are looking to become an Early Years teacher, join us for our free webinar where weโ€™ll explain everything you need to know about Early Years Initial Teacher Training.

Register here: forms.gle/JQYL7TkHCk1q...

#Education #EarlyYears #EarlyYearsEducation #EYFS #teachertraining

21.01.2026 15:08 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
level 6 teaching apprenticeships

learn on the job, be a fully qualified teacher in one academic year

level 6 teaching apprenticeships learn on the job, be a fully qualified teacher in one academic year

The Level 6 Postgraduate Teaching Apprenticeship with Essex & Thames SCITT is a salaried route into teaching for graduates who are ready to train in the classroom.

#apprentice #apprenticeships #teachingapprentice #traintoteach #getintoteaching #traineeteacher

21.01.2026 09:10 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Nursery Leaders: Develop your early years workforce with EYITT.

Our fully-funded Early Years course could be perfect for your setting!

More details can be found at: https://etpscitt.co.uk/get-into-teaching/early-years-initial-teacher-training-eyitt/ 

Applications now open. Email nicky@ete.org.uk to learn more. 

#Education #EarlyYears #EarlyYearsEducation #EarlyYearsApprenticeships #EYTS #teachertraining

Nursery Leaders: Develop your early years workforce with EYITT. Our fully-funded Early Years course could be perfect for your setting! More details can be found at: https://etpscitt.co.uk/get-into-teaching/early-years-initial-teacher-training-eyitt/ Applications now open. Email nicky@ete.org.uk to learn more. #Education #EarlyYears #EarlyYearsEducation #EarlyYearsApprenticeships #EYTS #teachertraining

Nursery Leaders: Develop your early years workforce with EYITT. Our fully-funded Early Years course could be perfect for your setting!

More details can be found at: etpscitt.co.uk/get-into-tea...

#Education #EarlyYears #EarlyYearsEducation #EarlyYearsApprenticeships #EYTS #teachertraining

22.01.2026 12:13 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Early Years Leaders! Join us for our free webinar where weโ€™ll explain everything you need to know about Early Years Initial Teacher Training.

If you are a school leader weโ€™ll explain how your staff can remain in work and achieve Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS).

Our next event is on 28th Jan at 5pm. 

Donโ€™t miss out, register here: https://forms.gle/swFMjpQFFC32Km388 

#Education #EarlyYears #EarlyYearsEducation #EarlyYearsApprenticeships #EYFS #teachertraining #slt

Early Years Leaders! Join us for our free webinar where weโ€™ll explain everything you need to know about Early Years Initial Teacher Training. If you are a school leader weโ€™ll explain how your staff can remain in work and achieve Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS). Our next event is on 28th Jan at 5pm. Donโ€™t miss out, register here: https://forms.gle/swFMjpQFFC32Km388 #Education #EarlyYears #EarlyYearsEducation #EarlyYearsApprenticeships #EYFS #teachertraining #slt

Early Years Leaders! Join our free webinar where weโ€™ll explain everything you need to know about Early Years Initial Teacher Training.

Our next event is on 28th Jan at 5pm. Register here: forms.gle/swFMjpQFFC32...

#Education #EarlyYears #EarlyYearsEducation #EYFS #teachertraining #slt

21.01.2026 15:10 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
If you are looking to become an Early Years teacher, join us for our free webinar where weโ€™ll explain everything you need to know about Early Years Initial Teacher Training.

Weโ€™ll explain how you can remain in work and achieve Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS). 

Our next event is on 27th Jan from 6.30pm

Donโ€™t miss out, register here: http://forms.gle/JQYL7TkHCk1quzE76 

#Education #EarlyYears #EarlyYearsEducation #EarlyYearsApprenticeships #EYFS #teachertraining

If you are looking to become an Early Years teacher, join us for our free webinar where weโ€™ll explain everything you need to know about Early Years Initial Teacher Training. Weโ€™ll explain how you can remain in work and achieve Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS). Our next event is on 27th Jan from 6.30pm Donโ€™t miss out, register here: http://forms.gle/JQYL7TkHCk1quzE76 #Education #EarlyYears #EarlyYearsEducation #EarlyYearsApprenticeships #EYFS #teachertraining

If you are looking to become an Early Years teacher, join us for our free webinar where weโ€™ll explain everything you need to know about Early Years Initial Teacher Training.

Register here: forms.gle/JQYL7TkHCk1q...

#Education #EarlyYears #EarlyYearsEducation #EYFS #teachertraining

21.01.2026 15:08 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
level 6 teaching apprenticeships

learn on the job, be a fully qualified teacher in one academic year

level 6 teaching apprenticeships learn on the job, be a fully qualified teacher in one academic year

The Level 6 Postgraduate Teaching Apprenticeship with Essex & Thames SCITT is a salaried route into teaching for graduates who are ready to train in the classroom.

#apprentice #apprenticeships #teachingapprentice #traintoteach #getintoteaching #traineeteacher

21.01.2026 09:10 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
introduction to level 6 teaching apprenticeships - a webinar for school leaders

feb 3rd 
5 to 5.30pm

introduction to level 6 teaching apprenticeships - a webinar for school leaders feb 3rd 5 to 5.30pm

School Leaders! Join us for our free webinar where weโ€™ll explain everything you need to know about our level 6 Teaching Apprenticeship course.

Sign up here: forms.gle/EHXQCKnQcBh3...

Visit etpscitt.co.uk/get-into-tea... to learn more, or email sarah@ete.org.uk

#apprentice #apprenticeships

20.01.2026 17:06 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
train to teach with essex and thames scitt

learn on the job
tailored courses
research-informed
specialism options

train to teach with essex and thames scitt learn on the job tailored courses research-informed specialism options

Train to teach with Essex and Thames SCITT. The best way to train is to learn on the job. Our trainees spend a large amount of their training year in the classroom with experienced mentors.

#teachertraining #traintoteach #getintoteaching #teaching
#teachereducation #pgce #qts

19.01.2026 15:06 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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How to use visual, verbal, and written scaffolding to support pupils'โ€ฆ Practical ways to help pupils build independence through explicit teaching and careful scaffolding

In this blog, How to use visual, verbal, and written scaffolding to support pupilsโ€™ use of metacognitive strategies, Kirstin Mulholland explores practical ways to help pupils build independence through explicit teaching and careful scaffolding.

19.01.2026 12:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Dual coding pairs words and pictures so students get two ways of encoding the same idea, and that can boost recall and understanding big time. ๐Ÿ“Š
https://www.innerdrive.co.uk/blog/dual-coding-learning-style/

19.01.2026 09:06 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

This gets to the heart of the problem of inserting AI into all aspects of research & education.What we 'gain' in speed we lose 100 fold in engagement, understanding & the ability to critically assess evidence.These are the core skills of research & to abandon them is foolhardy. #educationalresearch

19.01.2026 09:08 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 5    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
50 ways to take a break

50 ways to take a break

Your annual reminder that Blue Monday does not exist, and was made up to sell holidays. But that doesn't mean it's not a bad idea to be aware of our own mental health, and the strategies we can use to reduce stress.

#mentalhealth #takeabreak #mindfulness #mentalhealthawareness #bluemonday

19.01.2026 09:20 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Headteacher Update Podcast: SEND staffing in primary schools - Headteacher Update Discover how primary schools can maximise the impact of the teaching team to deliver excellent SEND provision

Headteacher Update Podcast: In a new episode, we discuss ideas for how primary #schools can maximise the impact of the #teaching team to deliver excellent SEND provision, with our panel dissecting a range of innovative approaches: buff.ly/Rkxj5SV #inclusion #teachers #education #edusky

18.01.2026 20:02 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

The golden rule about Parentsโ€™ evening is that the parent should learn nothing new. This is the time to confirm things, add some detail, and reassure the parent that you know and care for their child

18.01.2026 16:38 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 9    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
teachmeet bett 2026 - thurs jan 22nd. 5 to 6.30. Excel @ Bett. Table talk area

teachmeet bett 2026 - thurs jan 22nd. 5 to 6.30. Excel @ Bett. Table talk area

It's almost time for TeachMeet BETT 2026. Kicking off the 20th year of Teachmeets. No sign up needed to attend, you'll just need a Bett Show ticket to get into ExCel. We'll be in the Table Talk area.

#tmbett26 #teachmeet #bettshow #bett2026 #teachmeet20

18.01.2026 18:46 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

@etscitt is following 20 prominent accounts