Updated Advice for Teachers Across the UK

We have rewritten our advice for teachers working in the UK, in response to the current Government restrictions in Wales, Northern Ireland, Scotland and England.

Published: 09 November 2020 | 12:00 AM Updated: 28 April 2021 | 4:31 PM

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See our refreshed advice on teaching during the pandemic, including risk assessment guidance for those continuing face-to-face teaching.

Teachers moving to work online may also find our detailed guidance on teaching online, teaching groups online and online safeguarding, useful.

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