The aim of our Instructional Mentoring & Coaching programme is to deliver targeted, high-quality professional support that strengthens teaching practice, accelerates professional growth, and ensures all participants – Foreign-Trained Teachers (FTTs), Newly Qualified Teachers (NQTs), and Heads of Department (HODs) – meet and exceed the professional standards required for your roles.

Our approach is grounded in three key principles:

1. Precision Support – Coaching is focused on one or two high-leverage teaching or leadership actions at a time, ensuring manageable and measurable improvement.
2. Sustained Development – Regular, structured interactions over time create a continuous cycle of goal setting, practice, feedback, and reflection.
3. Contextual Relevance – Strategies and guidance are tailored to each participant’s role, subject, and school context, ensuring immediate classroom or leadership impact.

The UOCltd delivery model will include fortnightly communications, where every two weeks participants engage in either a coaching session—involving review, targeted feedback, and next-step action planning—or a mentoring check-in that provides professional guidance, problem-solving support, and reflective discussion on practice, curriculum conversations, and career development; these sessions are intentionally aligned with the monthly professional development themes to reinforce learning and ensure new skills are effectively embedded.

By the end of our programme you will demonstrate improved confidence and competence in teaching, leadership, and pupil engagement. As well as show measurable progress against the Teachers’ Standards (FTTs & NQTs) or leadership competencies (HODs), in order to establish sustainable habits of self-reflection, peer collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Why Mentoring and Coaching Matter

The journey towards Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) can feel complex and overwhelming—especially for overseas-trained teachers, teaching assistants, or career changers. At UOCltd, we recognise that success isn’t just about meeting the Teachers’ Standards on paper. It’s about having the right support, structured guidance, and a trusted mentor to help you unlock your potential.

That’s why we’ve developed the UOC Pre-QTS Mentoring and Coaching Programmes—designed to give you the personalised support you need to thrive, grow, and achieve QTS with confidence.

What the Programme Offers

1. One-to-One Mentoring
   • A dedicated mentor with UK teaching expertise.
   • Personalised feedback on lesson planning, behaviour management, and assessment.
   • Ongoing check-ins to keep you on track with portfolio and school-based evidence.
2. Professional Coaching for Growth
   • Build confidence through reflective practice and goal setting.
   • Learn strategies to overcome challenges and strengthen resilience.
   • Develop your professional identity as a future QTS teacher.
3. Portfolio & QTS Evidence Guidance
   • Step-by-step support in mapping your evidence to the Teachers’ Standards.
   • Templates, exemplars, and constructive critique to strengthen your portfolio.
   • Mock lesson observations and interview prep.
4. Tailored Pathways for Different Needs
   • Overseas-trained teachers: Bridging the gap into UK education.
   • Teaching assistants: Transitioning from support staff to qualified teacher.
   • Career changers: Applying transferable skills to the classroom.
   • Early-career educators: Building strong foundations before ITT or AO routes.
5. Flexible Delivery
   • Online sessions for convenience and accessibility.
   • Scheduled around your teaching/work commitments.
   • Options for intensive or extended support.

Why Choose UOCltd Mentoring & Coaching?

• Specialist expertise in guiding Pre-QTS candidates through AO
• Proven results—our mentors have supported teachers into successful QTS outcomes across the UK.
• Holistic approach—we don’t just focus on evidence, but also on mindset, resilience, and career growth.
• Practical tools—real classroom strategies and resources you can implement straight away.

🌟 Don’t navigate the Pre-QTS journey alone. With UOCltd’s Mentoring and Coaching Programmes, you’ll gain the clarity, confidence, and support you need to step into UK teaching fully prepared.

👉 Book your place today and start working with a dedicated UOCltd mentor.
👉 Contact us at info@UOCltd.co.uk to secure your personalised mentoring pathway.

Your QTS success starts with the right support—let UOCltd guide you every step of the way.
UOC Pre-QTS Mentoring & Coaching Packages – 3-tier Mentoring/Coaching package

Tier 1: Essential Package – Perfect for first-time Pre-QTS candidates

Purpose: Provides foundational support to help aspiring teachers navigate their QTS journey and develop core classroom skills.

Duration: 6–8 weeks
Format: 1:1 online mentoring sessions + access to digital resources

Includes:

• 4 x 45-minute 1:1 mentoring sessions
• Initial assessment of portfolio/evidence against Teachers’ Standards
• Guidance on behaviour management strategies
• Practical lesson planning support
• Email support for quick questions between sessions
• Access to UOC Pre-QTS eBooks and podcasts

Benefits:

• Establish a strong foundation for QTS readiness
• Gain confidence in classroom management and lesson delivery
• Receive clear, actionable guidance on next steps

Investment: £499. Or £42 monthly installments

Tier 2: Professional Package – For teachers ready to accelerate progress

Purpose: Provides structured mentoring and coaching to build confidence, refine pedagogy, and fast-track QTS portfolio development.

Duration: 12 weeks
Format: 1:1 mentoring + small group coaching + practical assignments

Includes:

• 8 x 60-minute 1:1 mentoring sessions
• 2 x small-group coaching sessions (max 6 participants)
• Detailed portfolio review with feedback against Teachers’ Standards
• Behaviour management and lesson observation strategies
• Mock lesson observation with feedback
• Email and WhatsApp support for ongoing guidance
• Access to all UOC Pre-QTS eBooks, guides, and podcasts

Benefits:

• Gain actionable insights for classroom success
• Receive targeted feedback on portfolio evidence and lesson planning
• Build confidence for formal assessments and observations
• Learn advanced strategies for behaviour management and engagement

Investment: £999 Or £84 monthly installments

Tier 3: Premium Package – For teachers aiming to excel and fast-track QTS

Purpose: Intensive, personalised coaching to master classroom practice, portfolio evidence, and leadership skills. Ideal for overseas-trained teachers or those preparing for Assessment Only (AO) QTS.

Duration: 16 weeks
Format: 1:1 personalised coaching + workshops + portfolio support

Includes:

• 12 x 1-hour 1:1 coaching sessions
• 4 x small-group workshops (behaviour management, lesson observations, digital pedagogy)
• Comprehensive portfolio review with step-by-step guidance
• 2 x mock lesson observations with detailed feedback
• Personalised development plan and follow-up action tracker
• Unlimited email/WhatsApp support for the duration
• Access to all UOC Pre-QTS eBooks, podcasts, and exclusive bonus resources
• Post-programme follow-up call for review and next steps

Benefits:

• Maximise your chances of QTS success
• Develop advanced teaching strategies and leadership skills
• Build a professional portfolio aligned with Teachers’ Standards
• Receive ongoing support tailored to your unique context

Investment: £1,499 Or £125 monthly installments