Towards the end of each term of a newly qualified teacher's (NQT's) induction period they should meet their induction tutor and/or headteacher/principal for a formal assessment. The main focus is their progress towards meeting the core standards.
After each of the first two meetings, the headteacher/principal should make a report to the local authority (LA) or, where appropriate, the Independent Schools Council teacher induction panel (ISCtip). This should record the NQT's progress towards meeting the core standards at the end of induction.
Meeting the standards
After the assessment meeting towards the end of the third term, the headteacher/principal will make a recommendation to the LA/ISCtip about whether an NQT has met the core standards. The LA/ISCtip will decide whether the NQT has met the requirements for satisfactory completion of the induction period, and pass their decision to the General Teaching Council for England (GTCE). The GTCE will then let the NQT know whether or not they have passed and will issue a certificate on successful completion.
The TDA has created guidance to help NQTs understand the assessment process during induction, the standards they need to meet and how these relate to their development.
Download guidance for NQTs.
The Department for Children, Schools and Families induction assessment forms can be accessed on the TeacherNet website.
