Information for Schools
Induction for Newly Qualified Teachers
A 'Handbook for Induction Tutors' is available from the Local Authority and contains information in relation to: roles and responsibilities, entitlements, lesson observation, half termly review, assessment and developing a school policy.
The publication is included as part of the materials in the cpd opportunities for Induction Tutors and is also available to purchase at a cost of £15 plus p&p. To request a copy please contact Rachel Smith - NQT Data Base Manager (01782 297590) or e mail; rachel.cottrell@staffordshire.gov.uk
New for 2009 - 'Essential Records for NQT Induction'
This publication contains the minimum records to be complete on a termly basis for each NQT.
Download the LA Handbook for Induction Tutors
Download the pack - 'Essential Records for NQT Induction'
Induction regulations
The current regulations came into force on from September 2008. They replace the existing regulations and:
- enable Further Education Institutions to host induction for newly qualified teachers (NQTs) if they wish, provided the institutions comply with regulations and guidance;
- provide a clearer, more flexible and up-to-date definition of the induction period;
- allow the Appropriate Body (the body responsible for making the final decision on induction) to shorten the induction period in certain circumstances (as outlined in the regulations) by up to 29 days;
- allow the General Teaching Council for England (GTCE) one extra day to communicate a decision on an appeal;
- remove the requirement to complete induction within five years of starting the induction period.
Download the new regulations.
Induction guidance
To accompany the current regulations (Sept 2008 onwards) the following publication is available to download:
Statutory Guidance on Induction for Newly Qualified Teachers in England
This publication incorporates the changes to regulations listed, and also takes the opportunity to address some gaps and introduce new content in addition to the regulatory changes. In particular, the new statutory guidance:
- clarifies and updates the roles and responsibilities of the various parties in the induction process, (summarising these in section 6);
- makes clear that that an NQT must have a reduced timetable and time for planning, preparation and assessment;
- highlights the need for an NQT to have a personalised induction programme and designated tutor with time and skills to fulfil their role;
- includes updated procedures for notifying the General Teaching Council for England, about an NQT who starts an induction period;
- explains revised procedures for transfer of records when NQTs complete their induction period in more than one institution.
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09/10/2009 13:46:21
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