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When I made the decision to leave teaching, I knew it required a lot of research and support. A lot of this can be found online, which is why I have pooled all the resources I found most helpful when making the career change out of teaching. If you find any other additional resources that you think belong on this page, contact me so I can add them.
Education Support help individuals, schools, colleges and universities to improve the mental health and wellbeing of their staff. Call 08000 562 561 if you need to talk someone.
For issues in work that require your union, please contact them as the first port of call. They are there to ensure your working rights are respected. Click here for a blog on when to contact your union.
The School Teacher’s Pay and Conditions Document will become your best friend when it comes to raising issues with your working conditions. It is updated annually and applies to all schools in the UK.
This Facebook group is a hive of thousands of teachers either looking to leave teaching or have been able to do so. You can ask for advice or gain support when you feel you are struggling with teaching as a whole.
If you are unsure of whether you want to leave teaching but need help with reducing workload, “Mark. Plan. Teach.” by Teacher Toolkit is the book for you. Cut out the white noise and focus on these fundamentals.
Another website to guide teachers out of the profession, Ex-Teachers.uk is run by another former teacher who shares their experiences, expertise and resources (including a very helpful flow map!).