Returning to teaching
If you’re thinking about returning to teaching and have previously taught or trained to teach in the UK, support is available.
If you trained to teach in the UK and are a UK citizen currently working abroad, find out about returning to England to teach.
Get back into teaching
Returning to teaching after a break might be easier than you think.
Time away and different life experiences can help give you a fresh perspective on being a teacher.
Schools are interested in recruiting former teachers like you, so that you can continue your teaching career with them.
A return to teaching provides you with an opportunity to take greater control of your career to shape a role that suits your skills, ambition and situation.
Flexible working options can also help you start back in a way that works for you.
Read the step by step guide to support your return to teaching.
Advice and support for returning teachers
The Department for Education (DfE) has been taking action to help schools support teachers with:
- improving workload and wellbeing
- looking after their mental health
- enabling flexible working opportunities
Other things to consider
Getting back into teaching provides you with a chance to consider other things like:
- claiming a retention payment (if you’re eligible)
- joining the Chartered College of Teaching, the professional body for teachers
- exploring opportunities for your professional development
You may find it useful to know how to:
- find your teacher reference number
- check salaries and other benefits
- ensure your pension is up to date
Find out how to return to teaching.
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