On 22 April the Department for Education (DfE) published updated guidance to reflect the changes to the training and support for early career teachers starting September 2025

The updated guidance Early career teacher entitlement (ECTE) support - GOV.UK reflects the following 

• Introduction of new early career teacher entitlement (ECTE) terminology
• Implementation of the Initial Teacher Training and Early Career Framework (ITTECF) which supersedes the Early Career Framework (ECF) from September 2025 – including transitional arrangements
•  Information on the training options available to schools (including provider-led and school-led options)
• Clarification of the roles and responsibilities for headteachers, induction tutors and mentors involved in the delivery of the ECTE