NPPTI Primary Strand

The leadership of the principal is central to the success of the Induction Programme in the school

Selection of the mentor
To brief the NQT/s on the nature and purpose of induction within the school
To outline the role of the mentor, NQT/s and principal as described in this guide at the initial meeting
To consult with the mentor and NQT/s regarding the induction plan
To support the mentor and NQT/s
To attend professional development for principals
To brief school staff, parents and Board of Management on the nature and purpose of the school’s involvement in NPPTI
To liaise with the mentor and NQT/s regarding inputs at staff meetings on the induction programme
To arrange substitution cover for school-based induction activity days and/or professional development days for mentor and NQT/s
To inform the inspector of school-based induction activity days and/or professional development days
To oversee the planning and preparation for teaching and learning by NQT/s and put arrangements in place to support preparation and planning
To develop a whole-school policy on induction