Mentoring

Mentoring

Mentoring – What to expect

Mentoring is a vital part of teacher training. Here’s what mentors need to know:

• Training Hours: Mentors are encouraged (but not required) to complete up to 20 hours of training with the lead provider.

N.B. Completion is optional, but required if schools wish to claim DfE funding.

• Weekly Support: PGCE students and apprentices are entitled to 1.5 hours of mentor support per week, which may include:
• Weekly meetings
• Lesson observations and feedback
• PPA time
• Planning and pupil progress discussions

• Training Modules: Available both live and on-demand. Completion is necessary to claim £876 DfE backfill funding per mentor (paid at the end of the academic year upon submission of mentoring hours to the placement school from the lead provider)
• Regional Collaboration: Mentor training is recognised across ITT providers in the West Midlands
• Lead Mentor Support: Lead Mentors will guide and support you throughout the process