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Support to overcome challenges

In this video and expereinced mentor of newly qualified teachers explains the type of support she has provided

In this video Emma, an experienced mentor for new teachers in secondary education, discusses some of the challenges her new teachers have faced. The video gives some suggestions for support and solutions to overcome the challenges.

An important message is that they will happen! There will be times when you face difficulties and things don’t always go as you intend. The important thing is to ask and discuss these with your mentors and colleagues.

What do you think is the most important message from Emma’s experience of working with new teachers?

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How to Succeed as a Newly Qualified Teacher

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