The Rolf Schild and Holocaust Educational Trust Professional Recognition Award is a three‑year pilot programme designed to support teachers in developing their knowledge and practice when teaching about the Holocaust.
With generous support from the Schild family, participating teachers complete a funded three‑stage programme with the Trust. This includes an online welcome meeting, our Exploring the Holocaust UK Residential Course, a Teacher Study Visit to Europe, and our Advanced Teacher Training Programme delivered in partnership with Yad Vashem. All elements are completed within a two‑year period.
Teachers are supported throughout with travel subsidies, teacher‑cover funding where needed, and a free training workshop delivered in their home institution. On completing the programme, participants join the Schild Alumni Network and are invited to a dedicated alumni conference. The Trust covers all other programme costs, including educational sessions, site visits, meals and accommodation.
Alongside the residential courses, teachers complete reflective written work and teaching portfolios that help them explore the impact of their learning on their classroom practice. They are supported through a virtual learning environment and regular online meetings with Trust staff.
This pilot programme is currently running with our existing cohort. We are not accepting new applications at this time, but the Award reflects the kind of sustained professional learning the Trust aims to continue offering in future.