To be eligible for a funded induction, ECTs must hold QTS with a valid TRN and have a contract that is likely to last for more than one term. If an ECT started on a short term supply contract, which extends beyond a term, the school has a responsibility to ensure they can access an ECF Induction.
The key features of our Full Induction Programme for ECTs are:
- Wherever possible, localised face to face ‘live’ sessions with a consistent facilitator
- Year 1 - Cross-phase cohorts to broaden understanding of the system as a whole and promote effective transition
- Year 2 - Subject/ phase specific cohorts to deepen understanding of the ECTs particular specialism
- Weekly mentor sessions designed by Deans for Impact to include: observations, feedback and topic discussion
- Self directed study, broken into manageable weekly sessions ranging from 30-60 minutes
- Free membership to the Chartered College of Teaching
Time Commitment for ECTs
Year 1
Year 2
Year 1 ECT Modules & Seminars
Module |
Seminar 1 |
Seminar 2 |
| Module 1: How can you create a powerful learning environment? | Creating a positive classroom culture that promotes engagement | Holding high expectations of all pupils |
| Module 2: How do pupils learn? | Avoiding working memory overload | Building well organised mental models |
| Module 3: What makes classroom practice effective? | Using examples and nonexamples | Using examples and nonexamples |
| Module 4: How can you use assessment and feedback to greatest effect? | Structuring questions to anticipate misconceptions | Peer and self-assessment |
| Module 5: How can you support all pupils to succeed? | Developing pupil’s language comprehension and writing | Adaptive teaching and the graduated approach |
| Module 6: How can you plan a coherent curriculum? | Identifying and sequencing concepts and knowledge | Supporting pupils to think critically |
Year 2 ECT Development Cycles
