What does it truly mean to be a professional teacher in today’s educational landscape? In this inspiring NCETM podcast episode, our CEO Professor Dame Alison Peacock explores this vital question with Gaynor Bahan, revealing how genuine professionalism extends far beyond classroom walls.
Drawing from our recent research report ‘Revisiting the notion of teacher professionalism’, Dame Alison outlines three essential domains: cognitive (engaging with the corpus of teaching knowledge), ethical (understanding our collective impact), and regulatory (maintaining professional standards). Together, these create the foundation for a profession built on trust, autonomy, and collaborative excellence.
The conversation highlights how programmes like Maths Hubs exemplify professional learning at its best – empowering teachers as co-constructors of their development rather than passive recipients. When teachers feel valued, trusted, and intellectually challenged, they don’t just survive in the profession – they thrive, transforming lives and shaping our society’s future.
