Early career teacher (ECT) induction

Download our checklist to make sure you're following statutory requirements before and during early career teacher (ECT) inductions.

There are 2 approaches to delivering early career teacher (ECT) induction. Read this advice to help you pick the best option for your school, including important factors to consider.

Understand the types of formal and informal assessment you need to carry out during an ECT's induction, and actions to take if they're not progressing. Plus, find out about pay rises and appraisals after the induction period ends.

Read about your requirements and responsibilities for the 2-year induction period for early career teachers (ECTs). The induction period is statutory in maintained schools.

Understand the role of the early career teacher (ECT) mentor. Learn how to choose the right candidates, and find the best ways to support them.