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Starting a job in a government school (induction)

Help is available when you start a new job in a government school.

On this page:

For new and beginning teachers

Graduate teaching induction guide (pdf 2.69mb)External Link Practical advice for participating in induction as well as access to specialist support and resources. An accessible word version (docx 567kb)External Link is also available.

From graduate to proficient

Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) guidelines) identifies four focus areas that are critical for effective induction.

Tools and resources for new and beginning teachers

Essential resources to help you learn about the Department, Victorian teaching and tools that assist you to manage your pay, career and health and wellbeing (education login required).

Graduate teacher learning series

This an online professional learning magazine designed to address graduate needs, reflect your voice and encourage development of professional networks.

Graduate Teacher Conferences

The Graduate Teacher Conferences (GTCs) support teachers at Victorian government schools in their first and second year of teaching, or who are returning to the classroom after a period of leave.

Graduate teacher induction resources

This page contains induction resources on professional learning, wellbeing and more as part of the Graduate Teacher Conferences (GTCs).

Career start: transforming the first years of the teaching career

A pilot program to support graduate teachers in the first years of their careers.

For principals welcoming new teachers

Principal and school leader guide to induction of graduate teachers (pdf 2.5mb)External Link This tool provides practical implementation steps for a comprehensive induction process. An accessible word version (docx 478kb)External Link is also available.

Mentor training for experienced teachers

The Effective Mentoring Program is a professional learning opportunity for experienced teachers.

Occupational health and safety (OHS) induction

The principal or their delegate must ensure that all employees are provided with an OHS induction into the workplace at the commencement of employment.

For new principals

Principal induction toolkit

The principal induction toolkit includes information to assist you in your first appointment as a principal (education login required).

Policy Advisory Library

All operational policies, guidance and advice materials for government schools.

Key dates for principals

A calendar of important dates in the school year and key actions (education login required).

Professional development for principals and administrators

Most professional development opportunities for principals are run by the Victorian Academy of Teaching and Leadership.

Reviewed 10 May 2023

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