Whether you’re craving a fresh start, looking for better work-life balance, or aiming to take the next step in your career, now is the time to act. And the good news? Education World is here to help you find your dream teaching job.

Why May Matters: The Resignation Deadline Explained

In most UK schools, teachers planning to leave at the end of the academic year are required to hand in their resignation by 31 May. This gives schools enough time to recruit for September and gives you a clear deadline if you’re considering a move.

Missing this window could mean staying in your current role until January, so if you're feeling ready for a change, it's important to start exploring your options now.

Signs It Might Be Time for a Change

Still unsure whether to take the leap? Here are a few signs that it might be time to consider a new opportunity:

• You’re feeling stuck or unfulfilled in your current role
• Your workload is unmanageable or affecting your wellbeing
• You’re ready to move up, but progression feels out of reach
• You want to experience a new school culture or leadership style
• You’re relocating or need more flexibility in your schedule

If any of these sound familiar, you’re not alone, and you don’t have to navigate the next steps by yourself.

How Education World Can Help

At Education World, we’re more than just a teaching agency, we’re your career partner. Whether you're looking for a fresh start in a new school, your first teaching role, or something more flexible, our experienced team is here to support you every step of the way.

Here’s how we make the process easy and stress-free:

• Personalised job matching: We take the time to get to know you and your goals.
• Access to exclusive vacancies: We're partnered with a wide network of schools and multi-academy trusts across the UK.
• Support with interviews and CVs: Our team (many of whom are former teachers and senior school leaders themselves!) offers expert guidance and feedback to help you shine.
• Flexible options: Long-term, short-term, part-time, or permanent, we have roles for September to fit around your life and career aspirations.
• Aftercare you can count on: From your first day to your first promotion, we’re with you every step of the way.

Our service is completely free for candidates, and our focus is always on finding the right fit, for you and the school.

Real Teachers, Real Results

Teachers we’ve supported often tell us that making a move with Education World was the best decision they ever made. From securing more supportive environments to rediscovering their passion for teaching, our candidates have gone on to thrive in their new roles (just check our Trustpilot).

What’s Next?

If the idea of a new teaching role this September is starting to feel right, don’t wait until the last minute. With the resignation deadline in May, now is the ideal time to explore your options, update your CV, and have a completely free and confidential chat with our team.