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Explore a growing collection of CPD training packs, writing units, and classroom resources designed to support both leadership development and effective teaching.
Created by an experienced teacher and school leader with over 20 years in education, and a holder of the NPQH (National Professional Qualification for Headship), every resource is thoughtfully designed, classroom-tested, and ready to use.
Welcome to the Lead and Learn Hub — a trusted space for school leaders and teachers.
Explore a growing collection of CPD training packs, writing units, and classroom resources designed to support both leadership development and effective teaching.
Created by an experienced teacher and school leader with over 20 years in education, and a holder of the NPQH (National Professional Qualification for Headship), every resource is thoughtfully designed, classroom-tested, and ready to use.
Take your Year 3 /4 pupils on an exciting adventure through this fully-resourced 3-week writing with a journey tale unit: Lost in the Jungle. This narrative unit supports oral rehearsal, model text analysis, innovation, and independent writing, all aligned with the UK National Curriculum.
What is Included?
Model text
Editable weekly planning for 3 weeks (Imitation, Innovation, Independent Application)
Presentation for teacher input (3 weeks of lessons + daily grammar/vocab starters)
Comprehension questions with answers
Grammar and punctuation tasks linked to the model
Boxing-up grid (with and without images)
Success criteria and pupil-friendly writing checklist
Journey Tale Toolkit (visual + text version)
Vocabulary word banks to support writing
Differentiation notes for AA and EAL/SEN pupils
Unit Breakdown:
Week 1 Imitation
Learning the model text through storytelling, vocabulary, and grammar work
Focus on fronted adverbials, past tense, expanded noun phrases and suspense
Week 2, Innovation
Planning and writing a new story with shared write and model script.
Change of setting, character and creature while keeping structure
Week 3, Independent Application
Plan, draft, edit and publish an original journey tale
Peer editing, performance and celebration of writing
A complete outstanding 3-week narrative writing unit with lesson plans for upper KS2, based on a suspenseful flashback tale during the Titanic disaster.
Includes 3 weeks of lesson plans, model and innovated texts, comprehension, grammar activities, Widgit-supported version, boxing up grids, writing planners, and vocabulary support.
Helps develop suspense, sentence variation, and rich description in writing.
KS2 writing, Titanic writing unit, Flashback narrative, Model text, Grammar, Comprehension, Widgit, Suspense writing, Year 5 English, Year 6 English.
A complete CPD training pack for Teaching Assistants, intervention leads, and teachers on delivering Precision Teaching effectively in primary schools.
What is Included:
Editable CPD Power Point presentation
Printable teacher handout
Certificate of completion
Editable Precision Teaching grids (Years 2 to 6)
Ready-to-use randomized grids for fluency practice
Top One hundred High-Frequency Words list for screening
Covers how to implement Precision Teaching step by step, with practical tools to start using it immediately in classrooms and interventions.
Ideal for whole-school training, TA development, SEN support staff, and intervention leads.
** Planning smarter, not harder!**
This high-impact CPD is designed to help teachers of all age groups harness the power of AI (Chat g p t ) to streamline lesson planning, differentiate effectively, and save hours every week. It comes with a presenter script to make presenting seamless.
-Perfect for INSET days, staff meetings, or individual CPD, this ready-to-deliver session includes everything you need to up skill teachers in practical, time-saving AI strategies.
What is Included:
** Power Point presentation: Fifteen professionally designed, editable slides covering:**
Effective prompt writing
Personalized plans for learners (SEND, EAL, Gifted)
Aligning to curriculum schemes
Real examples and demo prompts
Reflection questions + next steps
Printable CPD handout:
Step-by-step guidance
Example prompts to use immediately
Space for reflections and planning
** Certificate of completion: Perfect for staff records**
Why Teachers Love This CPD:
Boosts confidence with AI tools
Saves planning time weekly
Encourages innovation and differentiation
No prior AI experience needed
Works for Early years , Primary, Secondary and Leadership Teams
Use this CPD to equip your team with practical tools for smarter teaching.
This two-week persuasive writing unit for Year 5/6 is packed with high-quality planning, model and innovated texts, daily grammar starters, and supporting worksheets to help pupils master the key features of persuasive writing.
The unit builds confidence through oral rehearsal, sentence-level work and teacher modelling before guiding pupils to write their own persuasive letter.
The bonus reading comprehension resource includes a 400-word persuasive text with 15 VIPERS questions, full answer key and a curriculum-aligned mark scheme to help assess current attainment against Year 5 standards.
Perfect for Summer 1 English planning. No prep required. Editable and fully resourced.
Included in this download:
Two weeks of detailed persuasive writing planning
Model and innovated persuasive texts
PowerPoint lesson slides for first week.
Worksheets and grammar tasks
Boxing-up and sentence-level tools
BONUS persuasive comprehension with mark scheme
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Two complete upper Key stage two writing units based on the story of the Titanic, bundled together to save time and boost writing outcomes.
Perfect for Year 5 or Year 6, these structured narrative and non-fiction units include everything you need to teach engaging, high-quality writing through a historical lens.
✅ What is Included:
Unit 1: Titanic Flashback Narrative
Model text: A Night to Remember
Innovated version: A Silent Goodbye
Grammar: ellipses, dashes, fronted adverbials, expanded noun phrases
Widget-supported version for accessibility
Figurative language support
Comprehension + answer sheets
Story planner, boxed-up grid, vocabulary banks
📚 Unit 2: Titanic Biography Writing
Model text: The Unsinkable Molly Brown
Innovated text: Eva Hart A Survivor Story
Full model script for teachers
Boxing-up grid, vocabulary magpie sheet
Titanic survivor fact files (differentiated)
Grammar: time adverbials, present perfect, formal tone
Power point slides for all 3 weeks (imitation, innovation, independent writing)
Why teachers love this bundle:
Fully editable and ready to use
Aligned with Key stage two National Curriculum objectives
Combines rich historical content with strong writing outcomes
Great for inspections, observations, cross-curricular learning, and writing moderation
Ideal for: Year 5 / Year 6 | Narrative & Non-Fiction Units | Whole Class & Intervention
A complete CPD training session to help primary teachers confidently support EAL (English as an Additional Language) pupils in their classroom.
This editable scripted resource includes practical strategies, research-based best practice, and engaging workshop activities. Ideal for INSET days, staff meetings, or personal development.
What is included:
Fifteen slide editable Power Point presentation
Helpful script for presenter
Printable handout with practical ideas and reflection space
Full guidance on visual scaffolding, sentence stems and Widget support
Classroom-tested empathy and workshop activities
Useful websites and tools for follow-up support
This training helps staff to:
Understand the EAL learning journey
Develop classroom strategies for inclusive teaching
Create supportive language scaffolds
Build empathy and confidence in supporting EAL pupils
Access useful resources and tools for immediate use
No specialist experience required as suitable for mainstream classroom teachers across the Primary age range
Created by a current Leader in Education with over Twenty years of teaching experience.
This CPD session gives Teaching Assistants the tools, confidence, and strategies to support pupils effectively without taking over their learning.
Ideal for TA meetings, INSET training, or induction programs, this editable CPD includes reflection tasks, real-world scenarios, and practical techniques to promote independence across the curriculum.
What is included:
Fifteen-slide editable Power Point (with ready-to-deliver structure)
Printable handout for reflection and classroom use
Script for presenter to go with slides
Suggested prompts and model phrases for TA language
Workshop activities (scenarios, statement sorting, think-pair-share)
BONUS: Printable CPD certificate
Key takeaways for Teaching Assistants:
Understand when to support and when to step back
Use questioning to guide, not give
Build learner independence with clear routines and prompts
Avoid common support pitfalls with confidence
Be empowered to reflect and grow in the role
Created by a Leader in Education with over Twenty years experience.
Tried and tested, Practical. Editable. Effective.
Perfect for every primary support team.
A complete 3-week biography writing unit for Year 5 or 6 based on real Titanic survivors, perfect for developing non-fiction writing skills with historical context.
What is Included:
3 weeks of structured lesson plans
Model text: The Unsinkable Molly Brown
Innovated text: Eva Hart - A Survivor Story
Full teacher model script for Innovation Week
Biography boxing-up grid
Writing success criteria & checklist
Grammar activities
Survivor fact sheets
Differentiated fact sheets on real survivors
Comprehension text with VIPERS questions and answers for teachers
Vocabulary support sheet for magpie ideas
Power Point slides for each week (Imitation, Innovation, Independent Application)
Ideal for a biography writing unit or to link with a Titanic history topic, this unit is fully scaffolded and ready to teach. Also includes opportunities for shared writing, grammar focus, and peer editing.
A complete times tables fluency resource designed to boost speed, accuracy, and pupil confidence across KS2.
This pack includes:
5 ready-to-print “Beat the Clock” grids for rapid recall
Editable class tracker for assessing tables across the year
Self-assessment box on each sheet for pupil reflection
Designed for 3-minute daily practice or weekly challenges
Ideal for morning work, fluency interventions, or homework
Supports multiplication check preparation (Year 4)
Clear layout with increasing challenge
Used successfully in class to raise times tables standards
No preparation required just print and go!
A fully editable and engaging science lesson on electric circuits designed for upper Key Stage 2.
This resource includes everything you need for a complete 1-hour lesson although could be used for several hours if more investigation time available:
Power Point with 13 interactive, clearly explained slides
Printable worksheet covering multiple choice, true or false, and short answer questions
Circuit diagram labelling task included
Editable lesson plan with NC objective, activities, teaching points and differentiation
Slide references for smooth delivery
Practical group tasks and extension activity
Perfect for Year 5 and Year 6 electricity topic
Use this lesson for science units on electricity or as part of a STEM week.
No preparation needed – print and go!
Save hours of planning with this complete 4-week narrative writing unit for Year 5/6 based on a ‘defeating a monster’ story structure. This highly engaging Roman-themed unit includes model texts, VIPERS comprehension, and daily PowerPoints, designed to improve vocabulary, sentence structure, and story craft.
This resource follows a clear progression from imitation to innovation to independent writing and publishing. Ideal for Talk for Writing-style classrooms.
This pack includes:
4 weeks (20 lessons) of detailed daily lesson plans
Grammar and punctuation focus: fronted adverbials, suspense devices, similes, paragraphs and dialogue
Engaging model text: ‘The Beast of Vesuvius’ and innovated version ‘The Curse of the Colosseum’
Full teacher modelling script for shared writing
Pupil boxing-up grids, comprehension questions and answers
Editing checklist for peer and self-review
Differentiation for AEN, EAL and greater depth pupils
20-slide PPT lessons with grammar starters, modelling and success criteria
Fully editable and printable Word and PowerPoint files
Perfect for busy teachers wanting high-quality narrative writing outcomes without starting from scratch.
If you like this resource please see my other writing units and CPD training for busy leaders! Please also leave a review it would be greatly appreciated.
A complete one to two hour CPD session designed to help teachers and support staff use artificial intelligence to speed up marking, personalize feedback, and plan targeted interventions. Comes with presenter script for detailed ppt.
Perfect for staff meetings, training days or independent development.
This pack shows you how to save time, improve consistency, and make feedback more pupil friendly.
What is included:
Editable Power Point presentation for staff training
Presenter script to go alongside the Power Point
Printable CPD handout with ready to use prompts and reflection activities
Certificate of completion for training records
Work flow to use with real pupil work
Example marking prompts and grouping strategies
This resource will help teachers:
Reduce marking workload
Create personalized quality and useful written feedback
Identify common learning gaps
Form small groups for SMART interventions
Build a reusable bank of marking prompts
Suitable for teachers of any age group and subject.
Created by an experienced classroom teacher.
If you like this please see my other CPD training
Support your school’s responsible use of AI with this complete training and leadership resource for primary settings.
Designed for UK primary schools, this pack includes everything you need to deliver a high-quality AI CPD session and introduce a whole-school AI policy with confidence.
What’s Included:
12-slide AI CPD PowerPoint – fully editable and professionally structured
Presenter Script – clear speaking notes for each slide
Workshop Activities – scenario sorting and ethical case study discussions
Editable AI Use Policy for Primary Schools – written for SLT and governors
Ideal For:
Headteachers and SLT leading staff development
ICT or digital leads introducing AI use
Schools preparing for future technology integration
Fully aligned with 51, GDPR, and national curriculum expectations
Editable in Word and PowerPoint | Suitable for both staff meetings and leadership planning
This complete 3-week fiction writing unit supports Year 5 and 6 pupils in writing a suspenseful warning tale. Carefully structured across fifteen lessons, the unit builds from reading and analyzing a model text, through shared innovation, to planning and writing an independent narrative.
This Eighteen resources include detailed planning, engaging model texts, grammar in context, comprehension tasks, and everything needed to develop confident and creative writers. Fully aligned with the National Curriculum for upper Key Stage 2.
What is included:
3 weeks of daily lesson plans with learning objectives, differentiation and plenaries
Cold writing task to assess starting points
Model text and innovated example
Boxing-up grids and planning templates
Power Point slides for all lessons
Sentence-level grammar tasks linked to the model
Vocabulary activities and matching tasks
Reading comprehension questions and SAT s-style assessment
Writing toolkit and success criteria checklists
Annotated model activities and full model script for each paragraph stage
Hot write crib sheet and visual prompts
Skills covered:
Creating suspense and building tension
Expanded noun phrases, powerful verbs and figurative language
Varying sentence structure and using punctuation for effect
Paragraph cohesion and narrative structure
Planning, drafting, editing and presenting a polished final piece
Perfect for use across a half-term, this resource provides a structured and supportive journey from reading to independent writing. Editable Word and Power Point files included for easy adaptation.
Support your TA’s with this fully-resourced, research-backed CPD session designed to promote calm, consistent and confident behaviour support in primary classrooms.
Ideal for INSET, twilight CPD, or TA developmont time, this engaging 1.5-hour session is easy to deliver and packed with practical strategies. Rooted in positive behaviour principles and restorative practice, the session builds adult confidence in responding to behaviour in a calm, constructive way.
What is Included:
Editable Power Point (15 slides) structured and backed by educational research
Full presenter script, slide-by-slide guidance to support delivery
Workshop activities, interactive, reflective and scenario-based tasks
Printable handout, includes key phrases, dos and don’ts, example of best practice
Scenario role-play cards, real-life examples to explore together
TA reflection sheet, support self-evaluation and next steps
Certificate of participation – editable and branded for school use
“Every child deserves a champion, an adult who will never give up on them.” – Rita Pierson
A complete CPD session (one to 3 hours depending on your time), to help school leaders, teachers and data leads use artificial intelligence tools to save time, spot trends and make smarter decisions with pupil data.
This resource is ideal for staff meetings, leadership development, INSET days or independent professional learning.
It is editable, practical and comes with a presenter script, designed by a Senior leader with two decades of educational experience.
What is included:
Editable Power Point presentation
Presenter script to go alongside the powerpoint
Printable handout with example prompts and reflection space
Certificate of completion for training records
Step by step guidance for trialling AI with school data
Suggested actions to take away and apply in your setting
This training helps staff to:
Save time on data reports and analysis
Identify learning gaps and under performing groups
Generate summaries and charts instantly
Use data to inform planning and interventions
Improve the quality of pupil progress discussions
Designed to be useful across primary and secondary settings.
No prior experience with artificial intelligence needed.
**If you found this training beneficial please see my other AI CPD resources in my shop and I would be so grateful if you could leave a review.
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A complete CPD bundle designed to help teachers and leaders save time, personalize feedback, analyze data effectively identifying next steps and make smarter decisions using artificial intelligence tools.
Perfect for staff meetings, training days or independent CPD.
This pack includes three editable, ready-to-deliver sessions with prompts, work flows and certificates.
What is included:
CPD presentation on using AI for lesson planning
CPD presentation on using AI for marking and assessment
CPD presentation on using AI for analyzing school data
Printable handouts with reflection activities
Example prompts and work flows for teachers
Certificate of completion for each session
This training helps staff to:
Reduce planning and marking time
Improve feedback quality and consistency
Identify pupil gaps using data
Group pupils for targeted support
Build confidence in using AI tools
No prior experience with artificial intelligence needed.
Suitable for teachers and leaders across all key stages.
If you found my training useful, please see the other CPD training in my store! Please also leave a review it would be greatly appreciated.
A complete CPD training resource designed for teaching assistants and classroom staff to build confidence and creativity when creating engaging, purposeful displays.
Ideal for TA training, induction sessions, or school-based INSET.
What is included:
Editable Power Point presentation
Clear steps on display layout and mounting techniques
Interactive display ideas and examples
QR code use and instructions
Display challenge task to use during the session
Final tips, resources and materials list
This training helps staff to:
Understand the purpose of classroom displays
Mount work neatly and professionally
Create interactive, engaging learning displays
Use QR codes to link digital content
Build pride and ownership in classroom spaces
Created by a current Leader in Education with over two decades of experience.
Suitable for primary or secondary schools.
If you like this resource please leave a review. It would be much appreciated.
This complete CPD package provides everything you need to deliver high-impact training on metacognition in the primary classroom. Ideal for staff meetings, INSET days, or teacher development sessions, this resource is fully editable and based on the latest EEF research.
What’s included:
Editable PowerPoint presentation (17 slides)
Presenter script with slide-by-slide notes
Printable CPD handout (including strategy bank and KWL grid)
Group activity: Metacognitive lesson analysis
Certificate of completion
Topics covered:
What is metacognition?
The difference between cognition, metacognition, and self-regulation
The EEF 7-step model
Practical strategies
Embedding reflection and independence into daily teaching
Created by an experienced leader with over 20 years teaching experience, this resource helps staff explore practical, classroom-tested ways to boost pupil independence and deepen learning.
Perfect for:
Whole-school CPD
Year group training
New teacher development
Evidence-informed teaching practice