The Teach First Innovation Network
This network connects Teach First ambassadors, currently running or aspiring to start a social enterprise or charity, who are intereseted in helping every child fulfil their potential through social impact and innovation. It supports members to grow ideas, increase impact in disadvantaged communities and ignite solutions.
Eligibility: Ambassadors and 2nd year training programme members who are interested in innovation and/or starting their own social enterprise.
The Teach First Women’s Leadership Network
This network connects, inspires and develops its members through career and peer support, aiming to increase women ambassadors in mission-aligned leadership roles. Activities include discussions, networking events, safe spaces and unique development opportunities.
Current membership includes representation from every region of England, as well as every cohort year of the Teach First Training Programme.
"A great network to be a part of, supporting and championing women, hearing each other’s stories." - Current Network Member
Eligibility: Open to women Teach First ambassadors who are currently in, or aspiring to, a mission-aligned leadership role (in or out of the classroom).
The Teach First Business Network
This network is a community of Teach First ambassadors in the private sector, united by a lifelong commitment to the Teach First mission of tackling educational inequality. Through the network, members harness their skills, connections and influence to support schools, champion the mission within their organisations and support one another-driving change in classrooms, workplaces and across society.
"I've really enjoyed reconnecting with fellow Ambassadors and being able to continue the mission whilst outside of the classroom. The resources we have available to us in our jobs and via our network are invaluable to supporting other ambassadors and young people."
- Anu Manthri, 2010 Ambassador
Eligibility: Teach First ambassadors working in the private sector school.
Careers Network
Careers work doesn’t have to feel isolating. This network connects and supports professionals through collaboration and shared learning, helping them deliver impactful careers education that narrows the destination gap and empowers the those they work with to make confident, informed choices about their futures.
Members enjoy regular online events with expert insights, peer learning, practical strategies for day-to-day challenges and time to connect with other members who get it.
"The opportunity to share ideas and get genuine feedback from other career professionals is amazing. Everyone is always really positive and willing to help. Sometimes it's just good to know you aren't alone and the network provides that non-judgemental support which is amazing."
- Kirsty O’Connell , 2022 Careers Leader Programme
Eligibility: Professionals working across all areas of careers education and guidance – including schools, universities, early careers and business.