Summary of the key changes:

• From September 2025, all new ECT training programmes should be based on the Initial Teacher Training and Early Career Framework (ITTECF) which will replace the Early Career Framework (ECF).
• The term early career teacher entitlement (ECTE) replaces ECF-based training and induction.
• In response to feedback, there are changes to the DfE funded provider-led training programmes:
• Training for new mentors has been reduced from 2 years to 1 year to reduce workload.
• Programmes include mentor session materials so mentors can spend their valuable time supporting their ECT, rather than planning and creating resources.
• Programmes include diagnostic tools to allow ECTs to focus on areas they most need to develop.
• Programmes include more contextualisation to subject and phase with enhanced subject-specific materials and resources. This will include materials and resources to support teaching pupils with SEND.
• Programmes are pitched in recognition that most ECTs will begin their training with a greater understanding of the framework from their ITT.
• For schools delivering their own training, there are new freely available DfE-accredited school-led materials which cover the ITTECF in full which schools can use in full or in part to design and deliver their own training.

Further details are available in the guidance document below.