
ECTs and Trainees: Behaviour management essentials
Thursday, August 27, 2026
Date
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Time
Online
Location
Free
Cost
About This Event
This free webinar is open to all early career teachers and trainees, including non-NEU members.
Whether you are an NQT, ECT or seasoned practitioner this session will offer you game changing behaviour management strategies and provide a ‘safe space’ Q&A to explore all things behaviour, setting you up for the year ahead.
In this session we will cover:
Pro-active behaviour management strategies and successful teacher traits
Classroom management essentials to prevent low level disruption
Effective de-escalation techniques
‘Safe space’ Q&A
By the end of the session, you will be able to:
Use voice control and body language techniques to influence the behaviour of others
More confidently employ de-escalation techniques
Explore a range of strategies to complement your current approach
Suitable for: ECTs and Trainees (this webinar is free to NEU members and non-members)
Can’t make it? Don’t worry! If you are unable to attend, still register to receive a recording link and watch within 14 days.
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