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    As part of their induction, all Early Career Teachers (ECTs) are required to complete an approved two year programme based on the Initial Teacher Training and Early Career Framework (ITTECF). This entitlement represents a critical investment in teacher quality, retention and long term impact on pupils' outcomes. In Hampshire, we are dedicated to supporting teachers at every stage, and at every step, of their career. 

    Hampshire Improvement and Advisory Service (HIAS) are proud to partner with Ambition Institute, a nationally recognised lead provider whose Early Career Training Programme was judged Outstanding by Ofsted in 2025 to deliver the ECT Align programme. 

    Key features:

    • fully funded for maintained and academy schools by the Department of Education (based on full participation)
    • expert trainers with classroom examples and experience to draw on to help your ECTs in their journey
    • aimed at sharing the joy and self fulfilment of teaching whilst balancing workload and wellbeing
    • helping your ECTs become more confident, competent and expert in the classroom through our open approaches.

    Why choose ECT Align?

    An evidence informed curriculum: carefully sequenced to support consistent improvement and long term impact in the classroom. 

    Designed with flexibility in mind: every school is different, so we have a 'little and often' approach to learning. 

    Benefit from instructional coaching: regular, instructional coaching where mentors provide bite sized steps to practice. 

    Tailored support: subject, phase and setting specific examples available ensuring a personalised pathway through the programme. 

    Commitment to quality: we strive to ensure that every pupil receives an excellent educational experience through quality first teaching.

    Together we can make a difference in the lives of pupils across Hampshire.
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    Contact us

    For general enquiries about the ECT Align programme please contact ECT.Align@hants.gov.uk

    Secondary Programme Lead: Tania Harding - tania.harding@hants.gov.uk

    Primary Programme Lead: Michaela Barber - michaela.barber@hants.gov.uk

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    MyECT

    Register early career teachers

    For help with signing in to Register early career teachers click here

    To contact the DfE, please email continuing-professional-development@digital.education.gov.uk