Twinkl Trainee Teachers

05/10/2026

Starting a teaching placement can feel like a lot, especially when everything is new! 💙

We’ve put together some simple reminders to help you settle in, learn from the experience and look after yourself along the way.

What’s one piece of advice you’d give to someone starting their first placement? 👇

03/10/2026

The teacher essentials list could go on FOREVER! 😂🍎
But we all know there's one thing we'd happily take a little more of... 👀
💬 What would you add to the list? Wrong answers welcome! 👇

02/10/2026

We've launched a BRAND-NEW Instagram page dedicated to supporting Early Career Teachers! 🎉

If you're an ECT following this page, we've got a new space just for you!

Expect practical classroom tips, helpful resources, relatable teacher moments and plenty of support throughout your ECT journey. ✨

Know an ECT who might find this useful? Tag them below and spread the word! 👇

7 Followers, 63 Following, 0 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Twinkl ECTs ()

30/09/2026

ECTs, we’ve got some exciting news! 👀💜

Your very own Twinkl Instagram page is on its way! 🎉 A space to share tips, celebrate the little wins, navigate teacher life and support each other along the way.

✨ Follow Twinkl ECTs and be part of our growing ECT community!

🍎 Still training? Don’t worry, we’re not going anywhere! This page is still your home for all things teacher training. 💙

30/09/2026

🍎 Trainee teachers, let's talk scaffolding!

Not sure how to use scaffolding effectively in your lessons? We've got you covered! 💙 Scaffolding is all about giving pupils the right support at the right time, helping them build confidence and become more independent learners.

📚 Download our FREE scaffolding infographic for practical tips and techniques to try during your next placement! Link in bio 🔗

29/09/2026

Calling all ECTs! 📣💜

We've launched a BRAND-NEW Instagram page dedicated to supporting Early Career Teachers! 🎉

If you've recently qualified or are currently completing your ECT induction, this one's for you! Expect practical teaching tips, helpful resources, relatable teacher moments and plenty of support along the way. ✨

Know an ECT? Tag them below and help us spread the word! 👇

7 Followers, 63 Following, 0 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Twinkl ECTs ()

29/09/2026

ECTs, this one’s for YOU! 👀💜

We’ve been working on something exciting behind the scenes, and we can’t wait to share it with you! ✨

A brand-new space dedicated to supporting you through your early teaching career is coming VERY soon! 🥹

👀 Follow Twinkl ECTs so you don’t miss out!

28/09/2026

🍎 Thinking about becoming a teacher but not sure where to start?

There’s more than one way to get into teaching! 👩‍🏫✨

Whether you're heading to university, considering a career change or looking to earn while you learn, there's a teacher training route for you to explore!

👉 Swipe through to discover 5 different routes into teaching.

💙 Want to find out more? Read our article to explore the different routes into teaching and discover your options! Link in bio. 🔗

26/09/2026

What’s in your teacher survival kit? 👀🍎

From emergency snacks to that ONE reliable pen you refuse to lose 😂 Here are a few essentials to get you through the school day!

What would you add? 👇

25/09/2026

Working with other adults is such an important part of teaching! 🤝💜

This handy resource is full of practical tips to help trainee teachers and ECTs build positive relationships and work effectively as a team.

Save it for your next placement or classroom! 📌

This handy guide will give you the confidence to deploy adults effectively. This teacher-made guide contains 10 top tips to support working with other adults.