Leading Teacher Development Through Coaching and Mentoring
The DfE's Standard for teachers’ professional development states that ...
Part 4 – Professional development programmes should be sustained over time
Professional development is most effective when activities form part of a sustained programme, typically for more than two terms. In particular, effective professional development:
- is iterative, with activities creating a rhythm of ongoing support and follow-up activities;
- may include complementary one-off activities as part of a wider coherent package; and,
- includes opportunities for experimentation, reflection, feedback and evaluation.
On our Leading Teacher Development Through Coaching and Mentoring programme, across the academic year, you will apply the latest knowledge of academic theory, research and the science of learning to develop your skills as a mentor. Throughout the year you will engage in relevant reading and academic research, and then, through our synchronous online and face-to-face events, you will develop high level skills in mentoring and coaching techniques to support the development of practitioners within your school. This course is designed to create a sustained programme of learning across an academic year.
Level 6 Leading Teacher Development Through Coaching and Mentoring Certification
Join Next Gen Teaching to ensure that you are embedding pedagogical content knowledge using the most current theory, research and teaching methods, into your classroom practice. And to support the development of a professional learning culture in your educational environment.
Course Outline
- Develop knowledge of most recent academic theory, research and science of learning linked to mentoring educational professionals
- Develop practical skills in mentoring, including observation skills; feedback and target setting
- Develop skills in curriculum design in relation to designing CPLD cycles to ensure positive impact on teaching, learning and progress of learners
- Further develop your level of pedagogical content knowledge through a hybrid learning approach
- Engage in practical professional collaboration workshops
- Have time to reflect and develop your professional skills, as a mentor, through guided online and face-to-face modules
Assessment Outcomes
Programme Outcomes
By successfully completing this programme, participants will demonstrate the knowledge, understanding and professional skills required to lead and support the development of others through effective coaching and mentoring practices.
Knowledge and Understanding
Successful participants will be able to:
- Demonstrate an advanced understanding of coaching and mentoring theories, models and approaches used to support professional growth and development.
- Critically evaluate a range of evidence-informed strategies that enhance teaching, learning and professional practice.
- Understand how coaching and mentoring can be used to develop pedagogical knowledge, instructional practice and professional confidence within educational settings.
- Analyse different perspectives, research and schools of thought relating to adult learning, professional development and leadership.
- Apply advanced knowledge to complex educational contexts where multiple factors influence teacher development and pupil outcomes.
Professional Skills
Successful participants will be able to:
- Plan, deliver and evaluate effective coaching and mentoring programmes that support sustained professional learning.
- Adapt coaching and mentoring approaches to meet the needs of individuals, teams and organisations.
- Use advanced questioning, listening, feedback and reflection techniques to facilitate meaningful professional dialogue and growth.
- Engage critically with research, evidence and professional enquiry to inform coaching and mentoring practice.
- Evaluate the impact of coaching and mentoring interventions on professional practice, teacher development and educational outcomes.
- Lead and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement by supporting colleagues to identify, implement and evaluate changes in practice.
- Reflect critically on their own effectiveness as a coach or mentor and identify areas for ongoing professional development.
Impact and Application
Successful participants will demonstrate the ability to use coaching and mentoring as a strategic tool for professional learning, enabling colleagues to build, secure and embed effective practice. They will be able to apply evidence-informed approaches to support sustainable improvements in teaching, learning and leadership across a range of educational contexts.
EACH PARTICIPANT RECEIVES
- 1 full academic year of guided learning, continuous support and implementation of theory and research into practice
- Online guided learning content modules
- Live online guided learning TEAMS sessions with our professionals
- 9 face-to-face, interactive and practice based development days with NGT professionals at your Professional Learning Hub
- Targeted, ongoing formative feedback throughout the year
- 3 online dialogic development meetings with NGT professionals
- Final assessments that are pedagogy-based implementation tasks
Career-Focused Curriculum
Our courses and programs are designed for continued success in educational practice. This course is rooted in the following foundations for practice and assessment:
- Teachers' Standards for England and Wales
- Standard for teachers' professional development (DfE, 2016)
- Aligned to Level 6 Criteria for Assessment
Affordable Professional Learning
We believe that education should be accessible to everyone. That's why we offer affordable prices. No hidden costs or nasty surprises - everything is included in the price!
Course Information
Is this course for me?
This course would be perfect for practitioners who are wanting to develop their skills as a mentor to support professional learning and development in their school. Some examples include:
- Middle and Senior Leaders who would like to upskill in their knowledge of current theory and research, supported by practical implementation into their school setting
- Teachers who would like to move into a professional development role or who currently have responsibility for supporting other practitioners with their development
- Practitioners who mentor trainee teachers (PGCE / iQTS) or ECTs
What qualifications do I need?
In order to register for this course you will need to be a qualified teacher. All of our courses are rooted in the teaching expectations for England and Wales, however, you do NOT need to have a teaching qualification from the UK, you can register for this course if you qualified in a different country. We will ask for your qualifications so we can check your eligibility and we may request an IELTS (or equivalent) for English proficiency.
Can I enroll myself onto the course or do I have to go through my school?
You are free to enroll independently onto the course and pay the full price yourself - you do not need to go through your school. However, we are a very practical course and everything you do will go back to implementation into practice, so we advise that you do have your school's support with your learning journey.