Teacher Induction Scheme extension process

Extensions

A reviewer can recommend a provisionally registered teacher on the Teacher Induction Scheme (TIS) for an extension based on their competence, service or a combination of both. Where the reviewer does not believe that the shortfalls can be remedied, they can recommend removal of registration.

Where a reviewer recommends a provisionally registered teacher on TIS for an extension, the provisionally registered teacher is required to arrange a further assessed teaching block.

If a reviewer recommends an extension:

• 100% of days need to be face-to-face and within the category of registration.

• Maximum class contact time for a competence extension can increase to 0.9 FTE.

• Maximum class contact time for a service extension is 0.8 FTE.

• Maximum class contact time for a competence and service extension is 0.8 FTE.

Weekly supporter meetings should continue throughout a TIS extension.

Local authorities may choose to offer a TIS extension placement extension contract in the same local authority. Otherwise, the provisionally registered teacher will switch to the Flexible Route and is responsible for finding employment. Read more about the Flexible Route.

Making a recommendation for competence extension

To make a recommendation for reasons of competence, including where there is also a service/health aspect, the reviewer submits a case overview report (COR) to GTC Scotland.

Please note, a case overview report is not required if the extension is only being recommended due to absence and shortfall in service completed.

The COR collates the evidence to support the recommendation. Before submitting the COR to GTC Scotland, the employer or placement provider should share a copy of the case overview report with the provisionally registered teacher.  

More information about the Fitness to Teach (FTT) process can be found on the Fitness to Teach process page.