Information for Induction Tutors

As an Induction Tutor, you should:

• take day-to-day responsibility for the monitoring, support and assessment of the NQT
• be fully aware of the requirements for Induction and have the skills, expertise and knowledge to work effectively in your role as Induction Tutor
• ensure the NQT knows and understands their responsibilities in the process
• organise and implement, after agreement with the NQT, a programme for monitoring, support, assessment and professional development activities
• set objectives and be able to identify actions needed by the NQT to meet their objectives
• co-ordinate observations of the NQT's teaching and follow up discussions
• use a range of coaching and mentoring strategies, including providing constructive feedback and engaging in positive dialogue with the NQT
• Work with NQTs to review progress against the Core standards
• ensure that accurate records are kept of the monitoring, support and assessment activities and their outcomes