Sources and limitations
- This page relies on the published requirements of the Department for Education, summarised below with links. Where they differ from this summary, theirs apply.
- The Department for Education sets no hours total, so there is no tracker on this page.
CPD & Professional Development Calculator
EnglandMaintained schools / STPCD or NJC support staffFramework from 1/9/2026
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Guide for Headteacher
This guide summarises the CPD and revalidation framework that typically applies to Headteacher at Schools. Rules change; use official sources on the calculator for definitive requirements.
What applies to Headteacher?
As Headteacher at Schools, continuing professional development is usually governed by Department for Education / Teaching Regulation Agency (England). The summary below is taken from published guidance for Teachers' CPD (England). Always confirm current rules on the regulator's website and with your employer.
Key requirements for Headteacher
Qualified teachers must meet the Teachers' Standards; schools must provide induction for early career teachers (ECT) in England under the statutory early career teacher entitlement (typically two years, with mentor support and a structured programme). Beyond induction, CPD is largely school- or trust-led: performance management, subject development, safeguarding updates and national initiatives. Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland have their own arrangements for teacher induction and professional learning.
What to use on this page
The calculator shows the framework that typically applies to Headteacher, bullet points from official sources, and links to read the full rules. Where numeric targets exist, you can track hours locally in your browser. Employer mandatory training, appraisal, professional body membership and any second registration sit alongside these requirements.
Example scenario
Teachers' CPD for Headteacher: set by your school or trust, with no national hours target.
| Role (example) | Headteacher |
|---|---|
| Framework (example) | Teachers' CPD (England) |
| On this page | Role-specific guidance, official links |
Frequently asked questions
How long is early career teacher induction?
Two years in England, with a mentor, a reduced timetable and a structured training programme.
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About this role
What is a Headteacher?
A Headteacher leads a school, with responsibility for standards, staff and pupils. Pay is on the leadership spine and varies by school size and phase.
Typical demands, progression and balance
Headteachers carry statutory and employer accountability for standards, safeguarding and budgets; intensity, hours and term-time rhythm vary widely by school size, phase and governance (maintained school, academy or trust). Pay in England is usually set under STPCD leadership ranges but your governing body or trust determines specifics. Some people progress to executive headship or trust roles; others move into consultancy, inspection-related work or different sectors. There is no single "right" path.
What CPD or revalidation applies to me?
Use the guidance and official links above to see what your regulator or employer expects for continuing professional development. Keep records and reflection as they require; confirm any hour targets on the regulator’s current website.
Disclaimer
This page summarises publicly described CPD and revalidation requirements for awareness only. It is not legal, regulatory or fitness-to-practise advice. Rules change; always confirm with your regulator, professional body and employer.