Induction learning activities

Examples of learning activities

Team teaching and collaborative working

Team teaching is an opportunity to gain a broader knowledge and understanding of the work of the whole school by learning from your colleagues.  

You can learn from others through:

• working collaboratively in other classes (of either own subject or stage or another)
• lesson observation and analysis  (of either own subject or stage or another)
• lesson observation and analysis
• shadowing staff in Senior Leadership or other experienced staff in other stages of the school/different departments
• shadowing staff on school board/parents’ groups
• shadowing Support for Learning staff
• working with children in the pre-school environment
• working with educational psychologists
• working with a careers adviser
• professional dialogue with colleagues, other professionals, parents and learners

Professional Learning Experiences

Valuable professional learning experiences can include:

• core experiences organised by your employer
• self-evaluation and critical reflection
• assessing how well your planned lessons meet the needs of your pupils
• reflecting on your progress working towards the Standard for Full Registration
• understanding what is required from you during your induction period
• focused professional reading and research
• studying new learning and teaching strategies
• specific professional learning identified through discussion with fully registered teachers, for example a supporter
• visiting other schools or establishments
• practitioner enquiry
• special projects involving parents or carers, or the local community
• professional/academic conferences, or other training events
• developing school policies and reports
• participation in activities relating to assessment and moderation

If you are following the Teaching Induction Scheme

As a provisionally registered teacher following the Teacher Induction Scheme, you are offered a framework of professional learning opportunities. You should undertake these in the minimum 0.2 full time equivalent non-contact time afforded to you.

You could, for example:

• use 0.1 FTE for team teaching / collaborative working / observing other teachers

• use 0.1 FTE to carry out Professional Learning experiences and self-evaluation

If you are following the Flexible Route

As a provisionally registered teacher following the Flexible Route, there are a range of professional learning opportunities and support available to you.  

Please ensure that your headteacher is aware that you have an induction period to complete so they can make arrangements to have relevant support put in place for you.

Professional reading resources (EBSCO)

In the MyGTCS resources area, you can find a range of education journals, ebooks, online resources and guides to support with your Professional Learning.