Support for teachers in Catholic schools to complement other aspects of the Early Career Framework. This course is suitable for both first year ECT’s and second year ECT’s who have not previously attended this course.

Rationale: For staff to have a greater understanding of their role in working in a Catholic school and to help the school fulfil its Catholic mission.

Aims:

  • To welcome ECTS in to our Brentwood Diocesan family.
  • For all staff to understand the Core Purpose, Aims and Ambition of Catholic Schools.
  • For all staff to feel confident in supporting the Catholic ethos and in leading the required elements of Catholic schooling including the spirituality of every aspect of the school day.
  • For all staff to participate fully in the Catholic Life of the School.
  • For all staff to be aware of the role of the Diocese and the Education (BDES) team including an understanding of the Diocesan roles and how they support schools and individuals.

To book your place please complete this form.

Please ensure each ECT signs up individually using the ProForms link provided.

Structure:

6 in person sessions to run from September 2026 to July 2027.

Each ECT has access to 1 session per half term:

Session 1: Wednesday 29th September 2026, 09:30 – 12:00 OR 13:30 – 16:00
What does a Catholic school classroom look like?
Session 2: Wednesday 11th November 2026, 09:30 – 12:00 OR 13:30 – 16:00
Outstanding RE including creativity and Assessment
Session 3: Wednesday 27th January 2027, 09:30 – 12:00 OR 13:30 – 16:00
Prayer and Liturgy
Session 4: Wednesday 3rd March 2027, 09:30 – 12:00 OR 13:30 – 16:00
Catholic Social Teaching and a history of Catholic Education
Session 5: Wednesday 19th May 2027, 09:30 – 12:00 OR 13:30 – 16:00
R.S.(H.)E.
Session 6: Wednesday 30th June 2027, 13:30 – 16:00
Next steps and Celebration

 

Contact

Diocesan Deputy Director of Education Maria Shepherd
Diocesan Primary School Link Adviser Grace Corry
Education Administrator Erin Gatheral