NELT Teaching School Hub

Do you know someone currently studying an MFL or STEM subject? Let them know about our paid teacher training internship!

Successful candidates will receive £1,365 for completion of a 3-week summer internship programme at one of our North East Learning Trust schools.

Find out more and apply here: https://www.northeastscitt.co.uk/intern

Calling all university students - our paid summer internships are back! 📣

We're looking for enthusiastic university students who are interested in supporting a school’s physics, chemistry, maths, DT, computing or MFL department. Successful candidates will receive £1,365 for completion of a 3-week summer internship programme at one of our North East Learning Trust schools. 👨‍🏫🍏

Find out more and apply here - https://loom.ly/WZqJ7fk

NPQ Applications are now open!

Are you ready to take the next step in your professional development? The application window for National Professional Qualifications (NPQs) is now open.

📅 Apply today and join a network of ambitious educators driving school improvement.
🔗 www.nelthub.co.uk/npqs
📍 Delivered by NELT Teaching School Hub

Fantastic news this morning - congratulations Dame Lesley 👏

We are proud to announce that our founder and chief executive officer, Lesley Powell CBE, has been made Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire (DBE) in His Majesty the King’s 2025 Birthday Honours list.

Recognised for her services to education, Dame Lesley has dedicated her career of almost 40 years to teaching.

As founder and chief executive officer of the North East Learning Trust, she has led the rapid transformation of numerous underperforming schools across the region, where NELT is now recognised nationally as a leading model for school improvement.

A lifelong advocate for equality of opportunity, Dame Lesley, has worked with schools in some of the poorest areas of the country to improve the life chances of children.

Her expertise is also recognised beyond the region where she actively contributes to national educational policy development including amongst others, the National Secondary Heads Reference Group, National, Teacher Recruitment and Retention Strategy Group, Head Teacher Standards Review Group, and the NPQ Expert Advisory Group.

Dame Lesley said:

“I am delighted to have received this honour and especially thankful to the many people who made my nomination possible. I am incredibly grateful to be surrounded by a dedicated team of exceptional educators who work tirelessly to give the children of the region the best possible start in life. This honour is recognition of the passion we all share to ensure that every child, regardless of their background, has access to an excellent education, and is testament to the positive change we have collectively made for the children of the North East.”

Maggie Saxton, our Chair of Trustees at the North East Learning Trust added:

“Lesley’s unwavering commitment to equality of opportunity is matched only by her work ethic where she has tenaciously pursued excellence for the region’s children. She is a talented, visionary and compassionate leader who is an asset to the North East and the wider UK education sector. Her Damehood is thoroughly well deserved and we are all delighted she has been recognised with this award."

You're invited to the Ashington Attendance Hub Regional Conferences.

Join colleagues from across the North East for an inspiring and practical event focused on improving school attendance. Perfect for anyone working closely on attendance in schools, these conferences will share proven strategies, real-world insights, and effective techniques that are making a difference.

📅 Two dates to choose from:

9th July at The Academy at Shotton Hall (Peterlee)
7th October at Ashington Academy

🔗 Book your place now at: https://loom.ly/7gpud6c

📢 From September 2025 the Early Career Framework (ECF) is evolving into the Early Career Teaching Programme (ECTP) 📢

Early career teachers will benefit from a more streamlined, flexible and supportive programme.

NELT Hub will be running the new ECTP in partnership with Teach First from September 2025.

Here’s what’s new:

🎓 Combines ITT and the ECF into a single, streamlined programme
📚 More subject-specific training
👐🏻 Better SEND training
⏱️ Reduced mentor workload
📈 Clearer progression and enhanced professional development

Visit https://www.nelthub.co.uk/early-career-development for more info, or contact us at [email protected]

Join us for an hour next week to find out about National Professional Qualifications (NPQs) including course content and funding.
https://loom.ly/G1Bkvu0

Did you know we partner with NETSP and Tees Valley Teaching School Hub to deliver NPQs across the North East? 🤔🙌

✨ Shared expertise from three well-experienced providers
✨ Flexible placements
✨ Blended learning with in-person and online sessions
✨ Funded places available for eligible schools

To find out more about the NPQs on offer for April 2025, please visit:
https://loom.ly/_GUVS8o

🎓 CPD Opportunities for April 2025 🎓

Looking for the next step in your teaching career? 🧑‍🏫🍏 An NPQ may be the perfect option for you 🙌

Find out more here: https://loom.ly/-e00sHg

Did you know we provide support from initial teacher training, right through to professional qualifications for headship?

If you're looking for a way to enhance your learning and gain nationally recognised qualifications, head to our website to find out more: https://loom.ly/5rTiCck