Association for Citizenship Teaching

The Association for Citizenship Teaching (ACT) is looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Education Partnerships and Projects Manager to join our team.

This exciting role will help shape the future of Citizenship education, working with schools, Multi Academy Trusts, teacher education providers and sector partners to support high-quality Citizenship education across primary and secondary schools.

🕒 Part-time (21 hours per week)
📍 Hybrid working
📅 12-month fixed-term contract

Applications close at 11:59pm on 16 July 2026.

Find out more: https://ow.ly/qiVP50Ze8Ua

What will it take to translate policy ambition into excellent classroom practice? Our second panel of the day at . 'Policy to Practice: Delivering High-Quality Citizenship Education' will examine how schools can prepare for a strengthened Citizenship curriculum, support progression across key stages, and ensure teachers have the expertise and confidence to deliver high-quality Citizenship education.

Chaired by Liz Moorse, the panel brings together Dame Alison Peacock, Chief Executive Officer of the Chartered College of Teaching, Shabna Begum, Chief Executive Officer of the Runnymede Trust, and Sarah Fawcett, Head of Curriculum – Citizenship Studies at AQA to discuss. Final tickets remaining: https://ow.ly/PhXy50Zcuf1

Developing Citizenship in an Uncertain World 🌍

This year's opening panel at will explore the role of Citizenship education at a time of curriculum reform, discussions around Votes at 16, and growing questions about how we prepare young people for democratic participation.

Chaired by Helen Blachford, Chair of ACT Trustees, the panel brings together Dr Helen Charman, Director of Learning at the Victoria and Albert Museum, Dr Helen Pankhurst, Convenor of Centenary Action, and Jay Barber, Headteacher at Woodrush High School, to consider how schools can create meaningful opportunities for participation, support deliberative classrooms, and help young people navigate an increasingly complex world.

With only a handful of places left, now is the time to secure your place: https://ow.ly/R2ta50ZctG9

Last week, we were delighted to welcome colleagues from the Korea National University of Education (KNUE) to ACT.

It was a valuable opportunity to exchange perspectives on Citizenship education, curriculum design, pedagogy and the challenges and opportunities facing educators in both the UK and South Korea. Our discussions reinforced the importance of equipping young people with the knowledge, skills and confidence to engage themselves in democracy and the world around them.

A huge thank you to our colleagues from KNUE for visiting us and for such rich and inspiring conversations.

How can schools create space for discussion, debate and political understanding while remaining politically impartial?

Our guides for primary and secondary schools provide practical support for school leaders, governors and teachers navigating this balance. From current legislation and DfE guidance to classroom strategies and a model school policy, these resources can help schools approach political education with confidence.

Exclusive for ACT members: https://ow.ly/2rZl50ZbOAq

Less than one month to go until ! With Citizenship set to become statutory from KS1 and a new National Curriculum on the horizon, this year's conference comes at a pivotal moment for the subject.

Hosted at the V&A South Kensington and sponsored by AQA, join teachers, school leaders and subject experts for a day of practical workshops, inspiring speakers and fresh ideas to help you prepare for what's next. From media literacy and financial education to oracy, sustainability and curriculum planning, there's something for every Citizenship educator.

📅 3 July 2026 📍 V&A South Kensington

Free for ACT members! Down to the final few places.

Sign up and register today to secure your spot: https://ow.ly/Vysc50ZbOwL

How can Citizenship education help young people navigate an increasingly complex media landscape?

In this article from Issue 59 of Teaching Citizenship, Professor Julian McDougall explores why media and information literacy is essential for digital citizenship, democracy and social cohesion in an age of misinformation, AI and growing distrust. Read now pp.14–17: https://ow.ly/vKxf50Zb0Iq

Julian McDougall will be leading a workshop on Media and Information Literacy through Citizenship at alongside Bryden Joy.

Find out more and register: https://ow.ly/xJqO50Zb0In

Internet Matters published research last week that highlighted that children with additional needs spend more time online than their peers and often use digital spaces to build friendships, confidence and a sense of belonging. However, the research also found that these children are more likely to worry about what others think of them online, feel excluded by what they see on social media, and experience online harms.

79% of children with additional needs reported experiencing harm online and this rises to 84% among girls. These findings reinforce the importance of delivering high quality media literacy education in schools and the research echoes ACT's calls for improved comprehensive teacher training to do this effectively.

You can read the research report here: https://ow.ly/OYpN50Zb0M7

Internet Matters have launched an additional needs support toolkit to help parents with resources and guidance which can be found here: https://ow.ly/la9550Zb0M8

Supporting children with additional needs If your child has additional needs, this hub can help you keep them safer from harm online. Find guidance and activities for support.

Primary teachers: don't miss out this unique opportunity to get ready to deliver statutory Citizenship education.

Join us at ACTCON26 and prepare for the new curriculum with workshops on curriculum planning, oracy and climate education (plus many more), our primary-focused workshops will provide practical ideas you can take straight back to school.

📍 V&A South Kensington
📅 3 July 2026 Places are FREE and exclusive for ACT members.

Primary membership costs only £75 for whole school access.

Find out more and sign up: https://ow.ly/KpjQ50Z9LPP