Early Career Teacher Induction
ECT Induction is the bridge between initial teacher training and a career in teaching and makes up part of an overall 3-year framework. It combines a structured programme of development, support and professional dialogue, underpinned by the Early Career Framework, with monitoring and assessment of performance against the Teachers’ Standards. The programme supports the early career teacher and provides them with the necessary training to demonstrate their performance against the Teachers’ Standards. Induction provides a strong foundation for ECTs and equips them with the tools to be an effective and successful teacher.
At Thomas Deacon Academy ECTs have access to:
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Partnership links with The Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Teaching School Hub and Teach First as our delivery partners for the Early Career Framework.
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A dedicated, trained mentor to guide their bespoke programme of support.
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A responsive CPD Programme, including an ECT and Trainee Professional Development Programme linking ECTs work in school with the ECF.
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Wellbeing and Mental Health resources and support.
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Access to school facilities and benefits, including the gym.
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Development opportunities across Thomas Deacon Education Trust.
Initial Teacher Training
At Thomas Deacon Academy we are very proud of our Initial Teacher Training Partnerships. We work with several Training Providers including Cambridge University Faculty of Education, Teach First, Teach East and The Cambridge Partnership. We also support teachers to gain Qualified Teacher Status through Postgraduate Teaching Apprenticeships.
Working with a variety of partners allows our young people and staff to benefit from:
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Highly qualified, enthusiastic and creative trainee teachers,
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An experienced community of teacher-mentors,
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Connections with highly regarded educational institutions,
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Access to the most up-to-date educational research and practice. 
For more information about ECT Induction at Thomas Deacon Academy ECT Induction.doc
