The Education Secretary has begun work delivering the government’s pledge to recruit 6,500 new teachers, by immediately embarking on resetting the government’s relationship with the sector and transforming the image of teaching – seen by the government as key to both recruiting new teachers and retaining those already in classrooms. As one of her first steps in post, the Education Secretary recently wrote to all education workforces to make clear the valuable role they will play in this government’s agenda for change. This week’s recent announcement illustrates the government’s intent to re-establish teaching as an attractive, expert profession, where the immeasurable impact which teachers can make on children’s lives is truly valued. Click here for more and here for FE Week commentary.
