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1884 was a momentous year for a number of reasons, such as the invention of the fountain pen and the formation of the Association of Teachers and Lecturers.
We have over 125 years' experience serving the interests of education professionals and working tirelessly to promote the issues that matter to you.
160,000 members – from early years to post-16, teachers to support staff, lecturers to leaders, we represent education professionals throughout their career.
Read on in this section for an insight into what we’re about, what we can do for you, and why we’re the union that will support you throughout your entire teaching career.