Citing rising demands, low pay and budget pressures, teachers in England are leaving the profession in record numbers
Max, in his 30s, a primary school teacher from southern England, is among thousands of teachers in England who will be striking on Wednesday to protest against the government’s offer of a 4.3% pay rise and £1,000 one-off payment.
He will only be striking, though, he says, in solidarity with colleagues. “I have handed in my notice and will be leaving the profession in 10 days’ time. It is my third year as a teacher and it has been horrendous.”
