Length of an induction period8
1
Subject to paragraphs (2) and (3) the length of an induction period is to be three school terms (“the three term rule”).
2
The three term rule does not apply in the following circumstances —
a
where an induction period is served at an institution at which a school year does not consist of three school terms;
b
where an induction period is served by a person in part time service;
c
where an induction period is served in two or more institutions simultaneously;
d
where in the opinion of the appropriate body it is not appropriate that it applies.
3
The length of an induction period where the three term rule does not apply is such length as the appropriate body determines.