Your NQT pathway - Supporting you through every step of induction in Wales

 

Your journey as a newly qualified teacher is about more than just finding work. It is about completing your induction with clarity, confidence and support. At TeacherActive, we help NQTs across Wales understand what is expected and provide personalised guidance to help you succeed. Whether you are just starting out or part-way through, we are here to help you move from QTS to full registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC).
 

What does the induction period include?


Part One: Teaching and professional practice

This section covers your core responsibilities and skills in the classroom, including areas like setting high expectations, promoting pupil progress, demonstrating subject knowledge, planning lessons, adapting teaching, using assessment data, managing behaviour, and fulfilling professional responsibilities.

Part Two: Personal and professional conduct

This part relates to the expected professional behaviours and ethics of an educator.

Feedback if given by the mentor throughout as part of the assessment.

Part of the final assessment includes entries filled in on the NQT induction profile, which is then submitted to the body to check if they have passed or failed.

 

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Finding a mentor

 

As part of your induction, you must have a school-based mentor who provides regular feedback and guidance. If you are working in one school for an extended period, your mentor will typically be assigned by the school. If you are doing supply work, this can be more complex.

We help you:

  • Understand the role and expectations of an induction mentor.
  • Identify schools that provide the right induction environment.
  • Request or confirm a mentor when placed regularly in a school.
  • Communicate with external mentors in supply settings.


In addition to your school-based mentor, you will also have access to a TeacherActive career coach who offers regular support and guidance throughout your induction year.

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Logging your NQT sessions with the EWC


To complete your induction, you must log at least 380 teaching sessions using the EWC’s Professional Learning Passport (PLP). It is your responsibility to keep this record accurate and up to date.

We support you by:

  • Helping you understand which sessions qualify toward induction.
  • Providing reminders and tips for regular logging.
  • Offering step-by-step guidance on how to use the PLP.
  • Liaising with schools to confirm your session records.
  • Supporting sign-off when TeacherActive provides the placement.

If you are unsure how to begin or feel stuck, your consultant will walk you through the process and keep you on track.

Evidencing your CPD

 

During your induction year, you are expected to complete and reflect on continuing professional development (CPD) activities. These are part of how you demonstrate progress against the Professional Standards for Teaching and Leadership in Wales.

We help by offering:

  • Free access to CPD courses through our My-Progression platform.

  • Relevant topics including behaviour management, safeguarding, ALN and more.

  • Guidance on how to reflect on your learning and link it to the standards.

  • Support with uploading and organising evidence in your PLP.

  • Advice on selecting CPD that complements your placement experience

Our goal is to make CPD a meaningful part of your pathway, not an extra burden.

 

Accessing MYP certificates

 

All CPD you complete through My-Progression comes with a downloadable certificate. These can be used as part of your PLP and presented to mentors or employers as proof of professional learning.

Benefits include:

  • Unlimited access to teacher-focused training

  • Certificates automatically stored for easy access

  • A clear, practical way to build your induction portfolio

  • Alignment with the standards used to assess your NQT year

Your career coach can recommend courses based on your subject area, goals or feedback from schools.

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We are here for the whole journey

 

Your NQT pathway is more than a checklist. It is a chance to grow, reflect and build a career you are proud of. With TeacherActive, you will have the right support at the right time to help you succeed.

We are here to help you:

  • Understand the induction process in Wales.

  • Stay organised and up to date with requirements.

  • Gain valuable experience in the right settings.

  • Complete your induction with confidence.

  • Look ahead to the next stage of your teaching career.


Let’s make your NQT year a strong one.

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

What happens after I finish my induction?

Once your induction is complete, you are fully qualified to teach in maintained schools in Wales. We can support you in finding permanent or leadership roles as your career develops.

Can I complete my induction in more than one school?

Yes, many NQTs complete induction across multiple schools, especially when working on supply. Just ensure your sessions are logged and verified properly.

What happens if I don’t complete my induction within the time limit?

You must complete your induction within five years of gaining QTS. If not, you may need to reapply or face restrictions on teaching in maintained schools in Wales.

Can daily supply work count towards my induction?

Yes, daily supply work can count towards your induction in Wales, but you must log your sessions and ensure they are verified with a signed Record of Attendance from the school.

How many sessions do I need to complete my induction?

You need to complete 380 teaching sessions. One session equals a half-day of classroom teaching.

Can I complete my NQT induction while working on supply?

Yes, in Wales you can complete your induction through short-term or long-term supply work, as long as the sessions are appropriately recorded and verified. You must ensure you are registered with the EWC and that you submit the Short-Term Supply Notification Form before logging sessions.

What counts towards my NQT induction in Wales?

Any teaching session where you are delivering lessons to pupils, whether in a long-term post or on daily supply, can count towards your induction. Each half-day of teaching is logged as one session, and you must complete a total of 380 sessions to finish your induction year.

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