The Student Teacher will:
- to meet the requirements of the LJMU ITE curriculum in each phase, which is underpinned by the CCF and thereby be recommended for Qualified Teacher Status by the end of the programmer;
- promote equality of opportunity and avoid discrimination in their teaching and work with other colleagues;
- be an appropriate and professional role model for pupils, other colleagues, parents and carers;
- be proactive in their own learning by playing a key role in the evaluation and reflection of their own professional practice;
- adhere to the safeguarding and health and safety requirements of each establishment within which they are placed.
The Responsibilities of the Student Teacher will be to:
- make initial contact with the Professional Mentor (PM), who is responsible for their professional development within the placement;
- provide a detailed copy of their teaching timetable for their Lead Mentor (Liaison Tutor);
- adhere to school policies and practices;
- be proactive in developing knowledge and understanding, seeking clarity or support if required.
A Student Teacher should maintain:
- professional standards from the outset;
- the Code of Conduct for Student Teachers;
- full attendance, punctuality and professionalism in terms of dress, manner, interpersonal relations and the use of social media;
- professional behaviour as well-mannered visitors, addressing staff formally, unless invited to do otherwise and always in the presence of pupils;
- enthusiasm and involvement in the life of the school environment and its extended programmes of activity.
Student Teachers MUST complete all required documentary evidence, including:
- maintaining an appropriate Placement Experience File;
- completing all documentation required for their QTS Training and Development File;
- preparing for the weekly meeting with their General Mentor;
- maintaining the weekly meeting record form and setting appropriate targets and actions;
- any required Professional Development Activities;
- discussion of progress with the Lead Mentor (LT) and Professional Mentor;
- preparing for university debriefing sessions and tutorials;
- preparing for the triangulation and confirmation of CEDP Phase 3.