Identify and appoint key roles
School Management Hub >Setting Up Roles & Systems > Identify and appoint key roles
Identify and Appoint Key Roles
Appoint the right people to lead and support the internship programme in your school.
Points to consider:
The Head of Interns should have the organisational and leadership skills needed to coordinate the programme effectively.
It is helpful if this person is approachable, supportive, and able to build positive working relationships with both mentor teachers and interns.
Points to consider:
Mentor teachers should be appointed in line with the process agreed upon earlier.
Consider the questions raised on this page →
Willingness to mentor is important. Teachers who genuinely want to mentor often find the role more meaningful and manageable, which can positively shape the internship experience for both mentor and intern.
It is also helpful to consider teachers' classroom practice, communication skills, professional behaviours, and ability to give constructive feedback in a supportive way.