NQT Induction

1. NQT Induction Claire Murray Wednesday 24th September 2014

2. Constantly Being Surrounded By Paperwork

3. The Late Nights

4. The Occasional Trouble Makers

5. The Caffeine Addiction

6. The Standard “OK – Just One More Biscuit”

7. Devoting Your Sundays to Marking

8. People Complaining About Your “Excessive Holidays”

9. But on a serious note…. • Everyone here should be able to relate to most of these issues • Yet we still have the passion and drive to be teachers • So let’s look at the things that make it all worthwhile

10. The Children What could be better than seeing 30 smiling faces each day?

11. The Brainwaves The look on a child’s face when they finally get the concept you are trying to teach them

12. Continued Learning Learning something new every day

13. The Comments The hilarious things that the children say and do that put a smile on your face each day

14. The Constant Supply of Cakes and Biscuits

15. And the “Excessive Holidays”

16. Making a Difference Knowing that you have had a positive impact on a child’s life

17. What a great profession • Research shows teachers: -Laugh out loud on average every 9 minutes -Smile every 3 minutes and enjoy two way banter with pupils every 7 minutes! -Been identified as the least bored profession

18. Education is always changing • New national curriculum • Removal of levels • Special Educational Needs and Disability Reforms introducing Education, Health and Care Plans

19. Aims • To welcome you to RBWM • Expectations for NQT year • Meet other NQTs • Talk to unions • Ask questions

20. All information can be found at: http://rbwm-education.rbwm.org.uk/Content/?documents

21. What’s next after QTS? • You have already proved that you have the qualities to be a caring, professional and committed teacher • The induction period combines an individualised programme of monitoring and support with an assessment of performance • It builds on the knowledge and skills gained in achieving Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

22. Requirements of NQT year • A qualified teacher cannot be employed as a teacher* unless they have satisfactorily completed an induction period in accordance with the Regulations. • There is no set time for starting or completing an induction period. • NQTs can serve induction on a part time basis. • No more than 30 days absence • Only one chance

23. Requirements of NQT Year • An induction tutor • Not make unreasonable demands on NQT • Not normally teaching outside class or age range employed to teach in. • Not present the NQT, on a day to day basis, with discipline problems that are unreasonably demanding for the setting. • A reduced timetable – 10% NQT/ 10% PPA • 3 Assessment points December, March and July • 3 Assessment points December, March, July

24. The First Half Term • Meet with mentor in first couple of weeks. Review your strengths and areas for development from ITT. • Provide key whole school policies, for example safeguarding, management of behaviour, health and safety • Set up individualised induction programme • Mentor to observe you teach

25. Ofsted (revised School Handbook) August 2014 Para 159 • In reaching their judgement on leadership and management, inspectors should consider the school’s use of performance management and effectiveness of strategies for improving teaching, including the extent to which the school takes account of the ‘Teachers’ Standards’. This is demonstrated through: the coherence and effectiveness of the programme of professional development, and the opportunities provided for promotion; particular attention should be given to the extent to which professional development is based on the identified needs of staff and the induction needs of NQTs and teachers at an early stage of their career, and the involvement and impact of school leaders

26. Induction Programme • Formal lesson observations - at least 6 observations, first before half term, agree dates and which lessons • to be carried out by mentor or another suitable person within the institution • targets set against standards • time for follow up discussions and regular review of progress • Effective use of NQT time • Complete assessments 3 times a year

27. The Standards • Consolidation of ITT standards • Build on QTS • 8 standards • Ofsted Criteria “Good teachers make a difference, excellent teachers change lives” Professor Robin Alexander

28. Effective Teaching • What 5 skills do you think you need to be an excellent teacher?

29. 5 Skills to becoming an excellent teacher Pearson /Cambridge Primary Review Trust Report September 2014 • Positive classroom environment, including good behaviour • Being organised • Tailoring teaching to individual students • Using open questions • Providing opportunities to explore new concepts

30. OFSTED Revised School Handbook • Para 81 Inspectors should meet with as many newly qualified teachers (NQTs) as possible. Inspectors must assess the effectiveness of the support and professional development put in place for NQTs and other teachers who are in the early stages of their careers, particularly in dealing with pupil behaviour. This must include the quality of mentoring, and what the school has done to support the their development in areas for improvement identified by initial teacher training providers.

31. Pearson report- Humour is key to maintaining good classroom discipline • Twitter “follow “ Tom Bennett: http://community.tes.co.uk/tom_bennett/b/weblog/archive/2014/08/30/bennett-39-s-tenets-my-behaviour-guides-for-going-back-to-school.aspx#.VBtFGP2H6LB.twitter

32. Writing assessment reports • Reports should show progress against specific standards • Brief details about progress –including - strengths - areas for further development even if progress is satisfactory - evidence - targets for the term - planned support (See proforma)

33. Assessments • Reports must be shared with NQTs • There is to be no surprises • Standards may not be met in first and second assessment but you would need to have clear action plan in place to show how to help NQT meet the standards • Inform ‘appropriate body’ about any concerns • If do not pass final assessment cannot teach

34. Assessment Dates • These are to be sent electronically only with signatures scanned in to: nqts@rbwm.gov.uk First assessment - 5th December Second assessment - 13th March Final assessment - 3rd July

35. Induction Expectations • Be pro-active – Use tracker • Time to observe other teachers in own institution or in another where effective practice has been identified • Communicate

36. Collecting & use of evidence • In most cases it will not be necessary to collect large amounts of supporting evidence for the 8 Standards. • More helpful to select specific pieces of evidence that arise from day to day work & planning. • Identify & build on strengths – not just focus on areas for development • Evidence to support termly assessments

37. The role of the NQT • Meet with induction tutor to discuss and agree priorities and keep these under review. • Raise any concerns with induction tutor as soon as practicable • Consult the ‘appropriate body’ at an early stage if there are any difficulties in resolving issues with their mentor • Retain copies of all assessment forms • Provide evidence of their progress against the standards

38. The Role of the Mentor • Provide guidance and support including coaching for the NQT’s professional development • Carry out regular progress reviews • Undertake 3 formal assessment meetings • Inform NQT during the assessment meeting the judgements to be recorded and invite NQTs to add their comments • Ensure teaching is observed ,feedback provided • Ensure NQTs are aware of how, within and outside the institution, they can raise any concerns • Take prompt, appropriate action if an NQT appears to be having difficulties

39. Role of the ‘appropriate body’ • Quality Assurance role within the induction process. • Is responsible for keeping a record for each NQT it has registered for induction. • Is responsible for notifying NCTL • If NQT leaves Head/School must inform the Borough. • Quality assure termly assessments • makes final decision as to whether an NQT’s performance against the standards is satisfactory.

40. Training • Training Programme (changes to programme) • Funding • RBWM training follow on from School Direct • Karen Piper karen.piper@rbwm.gov.uk

41. NQT Contacts • NQT CPD Booking: • Karen Piper/Elaine Norstrom 01626 796360 nqts@rbwm.gov.uk • NQT and school support / monitoring – Claire Murray 01628 – 796628

42. A named contact at the Local Authority – Carol Pearce • (Someone who can raise concerns about your induction where the school or LA have been able to resolve them) • When you have met standards at the end of your induction - a recommendation of successful completion

43. What are your 10 top tips for a successful NQT year?

44. Top Tips "My top tip is to know when to ask for help during your first year of teaching. Nobody expects you to know everything, and many experienced teachers have often told me that you never stop learning.” Camille Bégaud "As an NQT, you will find a big shift in expectation. You will need to balance perfecting teaching classes with the added responsibilities of strategic planning, internal meetings, parents' evening and writing reports. My top tip for those starting their NQT year is to be well organised. I found it hugely beneficial to plan all of my lessons a week in advance. Juliette Guillou

45. Work life balance

46. Sue Cowley 100 Tips for NQTs • Be kind to yourself. You will make mistakes (everyone does in their NQT year). Learn to forgive yourself. • Don't spend your summer doing lots of planning, before you even meet your class. Get to know them a bit first. • Keep a look out for cheap or free resources over the summer • Think long and hard about what you expect from your kids. Get your 3 key priorities clear in your mind before day one. • Don't be scared to adapt your classroom layout - it's your classroom! Experiment with paper cut outs first though. • If you're a secondary NQT, ask to do a pupil shadow. Really useful to see teachers from the student's perspective. • Protect your voice. Catch yourself talking too much and find non verbal ways to 'speak' instead. • Don't be a perfectionist. Learn to say 'that's good enough' and mean it. • Keep a list of all those 'extras' you do in a little notebook. Really useful for future job applications. • Pace yourself: this is a marathon, not a sprint.

47. The Teacher I have come to the frightening conclusion It is my personal approach that creates the climate, It is my daily mood that makes the weather. As a teacher, I possess tremendous power to make a child’s life miserable or joyous I can be a tool of torture, Or an instrument of inspiration. I can humiliate or hurt, or heal. In all situations it is my response that decides whether a crisis will be escalated or diffused, A child humanised or dehumanised, Tim Brighouse.

48. Questions???