PORTFOLIO EVIDENCE
A resource is a starting point. What did it change?
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See what your teaching evidence can demonstrate.
Explore annotated examples of portfolio evidence, a SeRS readiness review and SeRS-AP assessment support. See how everyday classroom records can lead to clearer next steps.
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SeRS READINESS REVIEW
Connect the assessment result to what happened next.
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SeRS-AP ASSESSMENT SUPPORT
Make progress visible—and keep the next steps specific.
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PORTFOLIO EVIDENCE — annotated preview
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SeRS READINESS REVIEW — annotated preview
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SeRS-AP ASSESSMENT SUPPORT — annotated preview
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The improvement counts are class-level snapshots, not proof that every pupil has made sustained progress.
In this fictional Chemistry example, 12 of 24 pupils answered an initial question successfully and 20 of 24 succeeded on a later parallel prompt after reteaching.
What has improved
The sample connects a diagnostic check, a teaching response and later work. This gives the mentor something concrete to examine.
What remains uncertain
The class totals do not show retention or the progress of every pupil. In this example, four pupils still need follow-up.
Candidate and mentor actions
The candidate gathers a delayed check and matched work. The mentor checks actual responses and uses the evidence in the next professional discussion. Formal judgements remain with the appointed mentor and provider assessor.
SeRS and SeRS-AP provide independent developmental support. They do not award QTS, replace provider assessment or guarantee an outcome. Examples illustrate the review approach; your own evidence needs an individual review.
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Guide
UK QTS Standards & Practice Guide
The definitive SinoUK guide to the eight Teachers' Standards for the Assessment Only Route to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), with practical guidance on evidence, portfolio building and interview preparation.
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UK QTS Standards & Practice Guide — Bilingual Edition
The full QTS Standards & Practice Guide in a bilingual English–Chinese edition, prepared for Chinese teachers and school leaders working towards Assessment Only Route to QTS.
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Unlocking Opportunity — The SinoUK QTS Mentorship & Certification Route
An institutional presentation setting out the mentorship, professional development and certification pathway offered through the SinoUK International Teacher Development Centre.
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University of Sunderland — Assessment Only Route to QTS Information
Programme information from the University of Sunderland covering the Assessment Only Route to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), criteria, evidence requirements and the mentored pathway.
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SinoUK QTS — Chinese Language Presentation
A Mandarin-language institutional presentation introducing the SinoUK QTS pathway, mentoring model and University of Sunderland partnership to Chinese school leaders.
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NQT Professional Programme 2020–2021
A full annual professional programme for Newly Qualified Teachers, showing the structure, weekly rhythm and developmental focus of a mentored induction year.
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Teach in England with SinoUK — Your Path to QTS Certification
A practical guide for teachers exploring a career move to the United Kingdom, covering visa considerations, the QTS pathway and long-term professional prospects.
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SinoUK QTS ITDC — Programme Flyer
Bilingual flyer summarising the Assessment Only Route, the Quality Teaching Skills training programme and the Continuing Professional Development framework.
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University of Sunderland — Programme Endorsement
A formal letter from the University of Sunderland setting out its endorsement of the SinoUK Assessment Only Route to QTS mentoring and preparation programme.
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Your teaching is the evidence
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Introducing the SinoUK International Teacher Development Centre
A short institutional film introducing the SinoUK ITDC, its partnership with the University of Sunderland and the professional pathways offered to teachers.
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Introducing SinoUK ITDC — Chinese Subtitled Edition
The SinoUK ITDC institutional film with Chinese subtitles, prepared for use with Chinese school partners, university colleagues and prospective mentees.
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