Induction mentors – who they are and what they do
All early career teachers (ECTs) going through induction must have an induction mentor. This can be anyone, as long as:
- They have qualified teacher status (QTS)
- They're not the same person as the induction tutor (if possible)
Induction mentors will:
- Regularly meet with the ECT for structured mentoring sessions to give targeted feedback
- Work with the ECT and colleagues to make sure the ECT receives a high-quality induction programme, based on the Initial Teacher Training and Early Career Framework (ITTECF)
- Provide, or arrange, effective support, including subject or phase-specific coaching
- Act quickly if the ECT is having difficulties
Trusts: Mentors should ideally support ECTs within a single school setting, rather than supporting ECTs at multiple schools in the trust (see the DfE guidance on how to set up and