The Flexible Route support network

A vital element of your induction period is the availability of good quality support.

Professional dialogue is an essential element of induction. This means engaging with fully registered teachers in an open and honest way about key strengths and areas for development.  

If you are completing your induction period in Scotland, please contact your local authority probation manager for details of local arrangements.

Support Network

Your school(s)

During your induction, you may accumulate supply days and short-term teaching posts in different schools. It’s important that you familiarise yourself with the school policies and staff, even if you are only on a short-term contract. Inform your headteacher that you have an induction period to complete, as they may be able to put support in place for you.

Your colleagues

You may discuss issues, receive feedback and share ideas with a fully registered colleague. you can arrange this on an informal basis or in discussion with members of the senior leadership team.

In-school supporter

You may have a supporter in the school. To find out more about in-school support, please approach your headteacher or probation manager where appropriate.

Headteacher

Your headteacher can advise on sources of support within the school or more widely. A headteacher who is recommending you for Full Registration will observe your teaching practice and offer you feedback. They will make a recommendation on Full Registration through your provisional registration profile.

Local authority probation manager (Scottish local authorities only)

Your local authority probation manager works on behalf of your employer and is in close contact with your headteacher, your supporter (if you have one) and GTC Scotland.

If you experience difficulties finding support in your school or organising observations of your teaching in order to demonstrate your progress towards the Standard for Full Registration, you should contact your Local Authority probation manager.

There may be local authority support or professional learning sessions, where you will be able to meet other provisionally registered teachers in your area. It may help to share ideas and experiences with other provisionally registered teachers as you progress through your service.

Guidance from us

The Professional Standards Rubric is a tool designed to support you with your own self-evaluation and will allow you to see your progress throughout your induction period.  

If you have questions or concerns about your induction, please contact us.