Induction for Newly Qualified Teachers (NQTs)
Partneriaeth Professional Learning opportunities for Newly Qualified Teachers (NQTs) have been developed in order to allow for equity of access to Professional Learning for all, whether practitioners are full-time, part-time or supply.
We ensure that Professional Learning (PL) is of the highest quality of provision and support with easy access to this support across the Consortia. Professional Learning encourages engagement in enquiry and is supported by Induction Mentors (IM), External Mentors (EM) and External Verifiers (EV). Professional Learning offers are also made available to mentors so that they are able to support the NQTs in a professional and informed way.
Some PL has been co-constructed through a cross regional National programme and is available to NQTs, IMs, EMs and EVs.
NQT Teams and Networks IM/EM/EV Teams and Networks
ANG Partneriaeth NQT team Carmarthenshire IM/EM HWB Network
Carmarthenshire NQT HWB Network Carmarthenshire EV HWB Network
Pembrokeshire NQT HWB Network Pembrokeshire IM/EM HWB Network
Swansea NQT HWB Network Pembrokeshire IM/EM/EV Team
2022-2023 NQT National Induction Professional Learning Swansea IM/EM HWB Network
IM National Induction Professional Learning
EV National Induction Professional Learning
Changes to NQT Statutory Induction in Wales November 2022
Booking links for Professional Learning Newly Qualified Teachers/Early Career Teachers - April/May 2023
Schools as Learning Organisations/School based Enquiries: Professional Learning – Early Career Teachers
Information sharing/training session on “Schools as learning Organisations (SLO) and School based Enquiries” will take place on Thursday 20th April on Teams from 9.30-11.30am. This session will explain how to use the information gathered when completing the SLO and how School based enquiries can support the SLO findings.
The link to join this training session is below.
Religion, Values and Ethics: Professional Learning for Early Career Teacher and non-specialist teachers
24th April – Swansea
25th April – Carmarthenshire
26th April – Pembrokeshire
Booking form link -
https://forms.office.com/e/HkWqrxdPUV
This cross phase training for practitioners will introduce the RVE locally agreed syllabus and outline the legislation surrounding RVE. The session is designed to explore the challenge of curriculum planning and pedagogical principles, using evidence based research and the support materials commissioned to work alongside the agreed syllabi.
The session will give practical and authentic ideas to allow practitioners to develop and deliver pluralistic, objective and critical RVE.
The session will support colleagues in the early years of their teaching career, as well as non-specialist teachers of RE/ RVE.
The session will run from 9:30 until 11:30 with refreshments on arrival at 9:00 am
For any queries, please contact Jennifer Harding-Richards (RVE and RSE Adviser) at Jennifer.Harding-Richards@swansea.gov.uk
NQT training – Primary Numeracy (ENGLISH MEDIUM)
Primary Numeracy (ENGLISH MEDIUM) NQT training will take place on Tuesday 25th April on Teams from 9.30-11.30am. This training is a follow up to the NQT meeting that took place in January.
The link to join this training session will be posted in the ANG Partneriaeth NQT team, please check the Team calendar for further information.
Anti-Racism Q&A: Professional Learning for NQTs/HLTAs
An opportunity for NQTs/HLTAs to take part in a Teams meeting with Rachel Clarke and share the issues that they would like to focus on in the upcoming face to face meeting on Anti-Racism in May. During this Teams meeting on 26th April 1-2.30pm you can identify the areas that you would like to have further information on
eg. areas that you would like to have resources identified for
ways in which you can support pupils in your settings
professional learning/research opportunities
The link to join this training session is
NQT training – Primary Literacy (ENGLISH MEDIUM)
Primary Literacy (ENGLISH MEDIUM) NQT training will take place on Friday 28th April on Teams from 1-3pm. This training is a follow up to the NQT meeting that took place in January.
The link to join this training session will be posted in the ANG Partneriaeth NQT team, please check the Team calendar for further information.
NQT training – Secondary Literacy/Numeracy (ENGLISH MEDIUM)
Secondary Literacy/Numeracy (ENGLISH MEDIUM) NQT training will take place on Wednesday 3rd May on Teams from 9.30-3pm. This training is a follow up to the NQT meeting that took place in January.
The link to join this training session will be posted in the ANG Partneriaeth NQT team, please check the Team calendar for further information.
Relationships and Sexuality Education: Professional Learning for Early Career Teachers and non-specialist teachers of RSE
3rd May - Swansea
4th May- Carmarthenshire
5th May – Pembrokeshire
Booking form link -
https://forms.office.com/e/nBAghatWQ9
This cross phase training for practitioners will introduce the legislation and guidance around RSE and its place within the Curriculum for Wales. The session is designed to inform, support and empower newly qualified teachers to develop their understanding of RSE and how it can be embedded as a cross cutting theme.
The session will give practical and authentic support, drawing on a range of evidence and experience and will allow opportunities to work across the phases in supporting the delivery of a truly collaborative 3-16 curriculum.
The session will support colleagues in the early years of their teaching career, as well as non-specialist teachers of RSE.
The session will run from 9:30 until 11:30 with refreshments on arrival at 9:00 am
For any queries, please contact Jennifer Harding-Richards (RVE and RSE Adviser) at Jennifer.Harding-Richards@swansea.gov.uk
RSE: Professional Learning for NQT’s.
15th May 9.30-11.30am Swansea
16th May 9.30-11.30am Carmarthenshire
17th May 9.30-11.30am Pembrokeshire
Booking form link -
https://forms.office.com/e/vtyx4wyJ1b
This cross phase training for practitioners will introduce the legislation and guidance around RSE and its place within the Curriculum for Wales. The session is designed to inform, support and empower newly qualified teachers to develop their understanding of RSE and how it can be embedded as a cross cutting theme.
The session will give practical and authentic support, drawing on a range of evidence and experience and will allow opportunities to work across the phases in supporting the delivery of a truly collaborative 3-16 curriculum.
This session is open to all NQT’s
The session will run from 9:30 until 11:30 with refreshments on arrival at 9:00 am
For any queries, please contact Jennifer Harding-Richards (RVE and RSE Adviser) at Jennifer.Harding-Richards@swansea.gov.uk
Anti-Racism: Professional Learning for NQTs/HLTAs.
Please use the Eventbrite links to book your place on this training course:
25th May 9.30-11.30am Pembrokeshire https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/gwrth-hiliaethanti-racism-tickets-479917916407
25th May 1-3pm Carmarthenshire https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/gwrth-hiliaethanti-racism-tickets-479928859137
26th May 9.30-11.30am Swansea https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/gwrth-hiliaethanti-racism-tickets-479933733717
Invite to the World Education Summit 2023
Osiris Educational delivers the World Education Summit, an annual conference bringing together over 400 international speakers over 4 live days, and a year’s access to professional learning through its Summit Central portal which contains hundreds of hours of material. In 2022 we had a Wales Stage and funded colleagues in HEIs and regions to contribute to sessions for this stage.
There are places available to newly qualified teachers if they have Hwb accounts, and they can register via World Education Summit: 20 to 23 March - Hwb (gov.wales)
By registering for WES 2023, they will be able to take part free in the Summit itself (20-23 March 2023) and will also have 12 months free access to WES resources.
Once registered, an access link will be sent one week before the Summit and will then be able to see the full programme and book individual sessions.
Please note – do not use the ‘Book Now’ or ‘Sign Up Now’ function as this will take you through to the payment portal.
National External Verifier (EV) Training 2022-2023
National Training programme aimed at delivering high quality support to External Verifiers for the NQT Induction Process. A Cross Regional group collaboratively developed and presents the training, working together to share information relevant to enable the Quality Assurance of the Induction Process for contracted and short term supply NQTs.
Target Audience
External Verifiers for the Induction Process
Date(s)
See attached timetable (Select 1 date only)
13th October AM
13th October Twilight
14th October PM
25th October AM
Timing
AM – 9-11am
PM – 1-3pm
Twilight – 3.45-5.45pm
Method of delivery
Training via EV National Induction Professional Learning team
Venue(s)
N/A
Facilitators
Carol Jeffreys (Partneriaeth)
Rebecca Roach (CSC), Bethan Frost (CSC), Hannah Barry (EAS), Alwyn Ward (Ceredigion), Sarah Perdue (Powys), Ieuan Jones (GwE)
Contact email
carol.jeffreys@partneriaeth.cymru
National Induction Mentor (IM) Training Autumn 2022
National Training programme aimed at delivering high quality support to Induction Mentors for the NQT Induction Process. A Cross Regional group collaboratively developed and presents the training, working together to share information relevant to the role of mentor to NQTs within school settings.
A selection of 4 training sessions that will be available during Autumn/Spring terms 2022-2023.
Target Audience
Induction Mentors for NQTs
Date(s)
Various dates during the Autumn term 2022. See attached timetable (Select 1 date from each session – 4 half days in total)
Timing
Half day sessions
AM – 9-11am
PM – 1-3pm
Twilight – 3.45-5.45pm
Method of delivery
Training via IM National Induction Professional Learning team
Venue(s)
N/A
Facilitators
Carol Jeffreys (Partneriaeth)
Rebecca Roach (CSC), Bethan Frost (CSC), Hannah Barry (EAS), Alwyn Ward (Ceredigion), Sarah Perdue (Powys), Ieuan Jones (GwE)
Contact email
carol.jeffreys@partneriaeth.cymru
Partneriaeth NQT training Spring/Summer 2023
Partneriaeth Professional Learning Offer aimed at delivering high quality support to NQTs undertaking the Induction Process. Our Regional group of advisors have developed and will present the training in order to share subject specific information relevant to Newly Qualified Teachers.
A selection of Professional learning sessions will be available during the Spring and Summer terms 2023.
Target Audience
Newly Qualified Teachers that have yet to complete their Induction Process
Date(s)
Various dates during the Spring and Summer term 2023. (See timetable)
Timing
Full day sessions
Half day sessions
Method of delivery
Some Professional Learning offers will be delivered face to face and places on this training course need to be booked via the link on the timetable (see link to timetable above) through Eventbrite. Limited places are available so booking is essential.
Some Professional Learning offers will be delivered via ANG Partneraieth NQT team information on dates can be found on the timetable (see link to timetable above)
Some Professional Learning offers will be via pre-recorded self-study sessions which can be found on ANG Partneraieth NQT team
Venue(s)
See timetable for individual information on venues
Facilitators
Various Partneriaeth Advisors – see timetable for further information
Contact email
carol.jeffreys@partneriaeth.cymru
National NQT Training Autumn 2022
National Training programme aimed at delivering high quality support to NQTs embarking on the Induction Process. A Cross Regional group collaboratively developed and presents the training, working together to share information relevant to Newly Qualified Teachers.
A selection of 6 training sessions that will be available during Autumn term 2022.
Target Audience
Newly Qualified Teachers that have yet to complete their Induction Process
Date(s)
Various dates during the Autumn term 2022. See attached timetable (Select 1 date from each session – 6 half days in total)
Timing
Half day sessions
AM – 9-11am
PM – 1-3pm
Twilight – 3.45-5.45pm
Method of delivery
Training via 2022 -2023 NQT National Induction Professional Learning team
Venue(s)
N/A
Facilitators
Carol Jeffreys (Partneriaeth)
Rebecca Roach (CSC), Bethan Frost (CSC), Hannah Barry (EAS), Alwyn Ward (Ceredigion), Sarah Perdue (Powys), Ieuan Jones (GwE)
Contact email
carol.jeffreys@partneriaeth.cymru
Changes to NQT statutory induction in Wales
Changes to NQT statutory induction in Wales
Following a public consultation on proposals to change statutory induction arrangements for newly qualified teachers in Wales, changes come into force from 7 November 2022.
Changes include:
allowing induction to be undertaken in PRUs
introducing flexibility: ABs have discretion to reduce the length of the induction period for NQTs who can demonstrate that they meet the standards in less than three terms / 380 sessions
introducing a time limit for the satisfactory completion of induction
Revised guidance on all the changes has been published on Hwb.
Induction Frequently Asked Questions
Induction FAQs
Length of induction
How long will it take me to complete induction?
Most NQTs take three terms or 380 sessions to build up the skills and knowledge necessary to be able to meet the professional standards. Some NQTs, for example those with previous experience in a school, may take less time. Therefore, appropriate bodies (ABs) have discretion to reduce the length of the induction period in such cases. The minimum length that they can reduce the induction period to is one term or 110 sessions.
Can I take as long as I like to complete induction?
No. Most NQTs complete their induction period within three terms / 380 sessions. You have a five-year time limit during which this induction period must be completed. This five-year window begins from whichever is the later:
- the date of award of QTS or
- 7 November 2022.
Is it possible to pause NQT induction?
If you are planning on taking a break from teaching, you can pause your induction period. The five-year time limit cannot be paused but an extension may be granted by the AB in certain circumstances.
I am employed as a short term supply NQT. Can I defer my induction until I get a permanent post?
No. If you have started your employment in a school as a qualified teacher, all periods of employment as a qualified teacher (in a relevant setting) of one school session (half a day) or more must count towards your induction period and you must log all of these sessions with the EWC. There is no flexibility regarding this and neither NQTs nor schools/PRUs can request that a period of employment as a qualified teacher does not count towards induction. A NQT cannot choose which of these sessions to log as they must all count towards induction.
Work undertaken as a higher-level teaching assistant (HLTA) or learning support worker (LSW) cannot count towards a NQT’s induction period.
I met the standards at the end of the summer term 2022 but I didn’t complete 380 sessions. Can my result be backdated to summer 2022?
No. Your induction pass date will be the date the AB submitted the decision to EWC, provided that is not earlier than 7 November (when the revised regulations came into force).
What happens if I run out of time to complete induction? Extensions to the induction period and to the five-year time limit may be granted in certain cases.
If you have completed three terms or 380 sessions and the AB decides that you are not ready to successfully complete induction, they may grant an extension to the induction period. The length of any extension is at the discretion of the AB and may include an extension of the five-year time limit, depending on circumstances. Further information can be found in the induction guidance on Hwb.
I haven’t completed induction and it’s over five years since I gained QTS, what should I do?
You are still required to undertake induction in order to teach in a maintained school in Wales1. The AB has discretion to extend the five- year time limit for NQTs who haven’t yet started their induction period, depending on circumstances. If you are not registered in the category of teacher with EWC, you need to seek approval for an extension to the time limit from the AB before you register.
Further information on extensions to the induction period and the five year time limit can be found in the induction guidance on Hwb.
1 Exceptions are listed in Schedule 2 of The Education (Induction Arrangements for School Teachers) (Wales) Regulations 2015.
Can I still work as a teacher if I don’t undertake induction or if I fail induction?
All teachers2 must either be undertaking induction or have successfully completed induction to be able to be employed as a teacher in the maintained sector.
You can still be employed as a teacher in an independent school or as a learning support worker in a maintained school without completing induction.
2 Exceptions are listed in Schedule 2 of The Education (Induction Arrangements for School Teachers) (Wales) Regulations 2015
Moving from England to Wales
Can I move from England to Wales part-way through induction? If so, how do I go about it?
Yes. For Early Career Teachers (ECT) transferring from England, who have started but not completed the induction period as required in England, the AB in Wales will undertake an assessment of the ECT at their point of transfer to determine what they need to focus on in order to meet the professional standards and successfully complete induction.
ECTs who have completed less than three terms in England will be required to be employed as an NQT in Wales until they are judged by the AB to have met the required professional standards. The AB has discretion to reduce the length of the induction period for ECTs who can demonstrate that they can meet the professional standards in less than three school terms/380 sessions.
Before you return to Wales, it would be advisable for you to contact the AB in the region to which you will return for further advice. Contact details can be found on Hwb: induction contacts.
It would also be advisable for you to register with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) before you transfer to Wales, as NQTs must be registered with the EWC in order for induction to commence. Full details can be found at www.ewc.cymru.
Moving from Wales to England
Can I move from Wales to England part-way through induction? If so, how do I go about it?
Yes. NQTs transferring from Wales to England who have not completed their induction period will be required to complete induction in accordance with the guidance for undertaking induction in England.
Short-term supply placements that you have completed in Wales of less than one term, or equivalent, cannot count towards induction in England.
Induction in PRUs
Can I undertake my induction in a PRU?
Revised regulations allow PRUs to host NQTs undertaking induction from 7 November 2022. This applies to NQTs employed on a full-, part- time or supply basis.
Will the hours I have undertaken thus far in a PRU be backdated?
No. Periods of employment in a PRU prior to 7 November will not count towards induction. Periods of employment in a school or college prior to 7 November will count towards induction.
Although employment in a PRU before 7 November cannot be counted, the experience and knowledge gained during that time will contribute to the NQT’s ability to meet the professional standards.
Support for NQTs
What support can I get during induction?
All NQTs are entitled to access high-quality support and advice from the start of your induction period from your mentor and regional consortium/partnership or local authority. This will ensure that as a NQT you are able to focus on what you need to develop professionally and successfully complete induction.
All NQTs are eligible for support from a trained mentor during induction, regardless of the route they take. See the induction guidance for how to access a mentor.
In addition, the induction programme includes 13 days (or equivalent) of professional learning provided by the consortium/partnership/LA and school, consisting of:
· three days (or equivalent) of differentiated training provision for all NQTs, delivered by regional consortium, local authority or partnership. You are expected to attend all three days;
· the equivalent of five days to be spent engaging in professional learning activities within school guided by the mentor, and
· the equivalent of five days co-ordinated by the regional consortium, local authority or partnership to extend insights through partnership learning, exploring teaching theory and practice and carrying out research.
For professional learning programmes and opportunities within your regional consortium/partnership/local authority, visit the regional consortium/partnership/local authority website or contact the local authority, partnership or regional consortium induction co-ordinator for further information. Contact details are available here: Induction: what support is available - Hwb (gov.wales)
Supply agencies are encouraged to provide funded time for NQTs to engage in professional learning. Entitlements for NQTs undertaking induction whilst employed by a supply agency that is registered on the National Procurement Service Supply Teachers Framework for Wales are set out in the framework.
How should I use the five days of in-school professional development?
It is important that you plan how best to use the five days of in-school professional development with your mentor to ensure that it is relevant to your needs.
You may wish to consider:
· collaborative working in your own or a different subject or stage;
· shadowing or observation of other teachers/education professionals;
· enhanced planning and preparation including self-evaluation of your own planning and teaching;
· self-evaluation and reflection based on discussions with your IM/EM and your progression towards achieving the professional standards;
· professional reading and familiarisation with school resources;
· visiting other schools or education settings.
The professional learning passport
What is the induction profile within the professional learning passport (PLP) used for?
You are expected to gather evidence throughout your induction period to demonstrate your progress in meeting the professional standards and to enable assessment at the end of the induction period.
Your professional learning experiences (PLEs) must be recorded in your online induction profile which forms an important focus for your self- review and regular discussion with your mentor to ensure you are aware of areas you should prioritise for further professional learning. The number of PLEs that you will be required to complete will vary based on the level of detail and the number of standards that they cover. This should be subject to a discussion with your mentor. However, it is recommended that you should aim to complete at least 10 PLEs that demonstrate how you have developed your practice in line with the professional standards.
It is your responsibility to maintain your online induction profile during the duration of your induction period. Your induction profile can be accessed via your MyEWC account. Further information on accessing and completing the induction profile can also be found on the EWC website. Throughout the induction period, the induction profile will be accessible to your mentor, EV and the AB to monitor, evaluate and work with you to identify any additional support needed. The induction profile will provide a substantial part of the evidence that is considered in the final assessment and moderation at the end of the induction period. Upon satisfactory completion of the induction period, the AB, mentor and EV will no longer have access to your induction profile.
How can I make the most effective use of the PLP?
Your mentor will be able to guide you on using the PLP in the most effective way. Further information and training is available from EWC and within the PLP itself.
Which professional standards apply to NQTs who started their induction period before 1 September 2012?
NQTs who started their induction period before 1 September 2012 should continue to use their existing support materials for assessment, observation and target setting and the professional standards with which they began their induction. Further information is available from
the EWC website.
NQTs who no longer have access to their previous induction paperwork/forms or those who did not begin logging their experiences, should proceed by using the professional learning passport and the professional standards for teaching and leadership. Log in details are available from the EWC website.