Safeguarding the profession and public

Registration rules

Over the past few years, we have made some amends to the registration rules, mainly to reflect the addition of new registration categories.

We have recently reviewed the rules as a whole, which included reviewing the Interim Suspension Order (ISO) procedure, and the introduction of a fast-track procedure in certain circumstances.

We will be consulting on these changes from 1 December, so keep an eye out if you want to have your say.

New fitness to practise animation launched for witnesses

This new animation is a resource to help witnesses better understand the fitness to practise process. Employers play an important role in supporting staff involved in these proceedings. Sharing this animation can help them feel better prepared for what to expect.

Are your staff registered in the correct categories?

If you employ staff that should be registered with us, you need to make sure that they are registered in the correct category for the work that they do. You can use your access to the Register to check this.

A young person's view of the EWC

Earlier this year, we welcomed teenager, Logan Jones to the EWC. Keen to learn more about the EWC's role and why registration matters, Logan took on the challenge of interviewing our Chief Executive, Lisa Winstone.

From asking what the EWC does to finding out why young people should be aware of the organisation, Logan brought curiosity, enthusiasm, and plenty of great questions.

A huge da iawn and diolch to Logan for creating this fantastic video.

Council updates

Suite of annual reports

In July, we published our suite of annual reports, including our Annual Report and Accounts for the year ending 31 March 2026. The full suite is available to read now on the EWC’s website.

Guidance, resources, and professional services

Our services to registrants

We have a range of  services available for registrants. These support registrants practice in different ways, and help make sure they comply with the Code of Professional Conduct and Practice, so be sure to share with your colleagues and staff.

We are always here to help, so if you have any questions, just get in touch.

Update on the delivery of the Professional Learning Passport (PLP)

Welsh Government has made the decision to transfer responsibility for the PLP to Dysgu from September 2028. In the meantime, the EWC remains committed to delivering a high-quality service to all users. To find more information on the PLP and what it can do for your organisation, visit the professional development area of our website. If you have any further questions on the transfer, please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. 

National Year of Reading 2026

The Welsh Government website has lots of useful resources to support your reading.

We’ve also got Meddwl Mawr, our monthly book club, where we recommend books or journals to support registrants in their daily work.

Quality Mark for Youth Work in Wales

We send our congratulations to STAND North Wales who have received their first bronze Quality Mark. Also to Pembrokeshire Youth Service, who recently renewed their silver Quality Mark, and Monmouthshire Youth Service who renewed their bronze Quality Mark. Llongyfarchiadau bawb.

If you’d like more information about the QMYW, head to the website.

Informing policy

Opportunities, challenges, and policy responses: Cymraeg and the education workforce

Join us on 10 November, 10:30-12:30 for a virtual event exploring key topics relating to the Welsh language within the education workforce.

The event will include contributions from Welsh Government, the office of the Welsh Language Commissioner, as well as a panel discussion featuring individuals with expertise in education and the Welsh language from various sectors.

If you want to gain a deeper understanding of current themes relating to the Welsh language within the education workforce, the challenges that lie ahead, and the actions needed to develop Welsh language skills and capacity across the workforce, then this event is for you. Read more about the event and reserve your free ticket.

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Safeguarding the profession and the public

Have you checked your staff are registered?

Education practitioners can’t work in Wales without being registered with us, in the correct category for the work they do. As an employer/agency, you have a legal responsibility to make sure your staff are registered before they begin working. That includes any visiting workers such as supply staff, peripatetic teachers, and hourly paid staff (such as music tutors and sports coaches).

You can use your online access to the Register to check the registration status of your staff now.

Maintaining confidentiality

We have published a new good practice guide on the topic of maintaining confidentiality. It includes information to help registrants ensure confidential information and data is managed securely, lawfully, and fairly.

You can read the full suite on our good practice guides page. Make sure to share it with registrants working in your location.

Blog: Reflecting on our journey, impact, and future

At the  end of our tenth year as the EWC, we took the opportunity to reflect on how we’ve evolved, the impact we’ve made, and how we will continue to serve learners and young people, the public, and the education workforce in the years ahead.

Council updates

Our vision for the future

On 1 April, we published our Strategic Plan 2026-29 and refreshed Strategic Equality Plan 2024-28. They set out our key priorities and commitments for the years ahead.

Guidance, resources, and professional services

Use the PLP for performance management

We have been working with educational organisations to create bespoke templates in the Professional Learning Passport (PLP) that can be used as a tool in the performance management process. If you’re interested, read more information about using the PLP and how you could get it set up for your organisation in time for September.

Got a vacancy to advertise?

You can post vacancies and training opportunities free of charge on the Educators Wales jobs portal - the largest of its kind in Wales.

Summer events

There are several opportunities for you to come and speak to the team over the next few months. Come and find us at:

• Eisteddfod yr Urdd, Ynys Môn, 23-29 May
• National Education Show, Llandudno, 12 June
• Eisteddfod y Garreg Las, 1-8 August

Informing policy

Our response to Welsh Government consultations

We have published our response to the Welsh Government consultation on proposals to formalise the provision of six INSET days per year for schools in Wales and our response to Welsh Government’s paper on the future of tertiary education in Wales.

In case you missed it

Let us come to you

As well as the series of events available on our YouTube channel, we can also come to you and do a presentation on a range of subjects, from the Code of Professional Conduct and Practice, to the PLP. We can even tailor it for your specific needs. Fill out the form on this page, and we’ll get back to you to organise a date and time.

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Safeguarding the profession and the public

Renewal of registration for 2026-27

If you’re employed on a contract in Wales, your employer should have automatically deducted your registration renewal fee from your March pay.

Check your payslip to make sure they have. If they haven’t, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., or call 029 2046 0099.

If you received a fee renewal request and have not paid it, you can pay it now online, it only takes a few minutes.

Maintaining confidentiality

We have published a new good practice guide on the topic of maintaining confidentiality. It includes information to help you ensure confidential information and data is managed securely, lawfully, and fairly.

You can read the full suite on our good practice guides page.

Blog: Reflecting on our journey, impact, and future

At the  end of our tenth year as the EWC, we took the opportunity to reflect on how we’ve evolved, the impact we’ve made, and how we will continue to serve learners and young people, the public, and the education workforce in the years ahead.

Council updates

Our vision for the future

On 1 April, we published our Strategic Plan 2026-29 and refreshed Strategic Equality Plan 2024-28. They set out our key priorities and commitments for the years ahead.

Guidance, resources, and professional services

Shape your future with the PLP

The Professional Learning Passport (PLP) is a free online e-portfolio, available to all EWC registrants.

It allows you to capture every day learning, like information, conversations with co-workers, to formal qualifications, right throughout your career. Find more information about the PLP on the dedicated page.

Thinking about a new job?

The Educators Wales job portal features hundreds of jobs to help you take the next step in your career – all in one free, easy to use platform.

Summer events

There are several opportunities for you to come and speak to the team over the next few months. Come and find us at:

• Eisteddfod yr Urdd, Ynys Môn, 23-29 May
• National Education Show, Llandudno, 12 June
• Eisteddfod y Garreg Las, 1-8 August

Informing policy

Our response to Welsh Government consultations

We have published our response to the Welsh Government consultation on proposals to formalise the provision of six INSET days per year for schools in Wales, and our response to Welsh Government’s paper on the future of tertiary education in Wales.

In case you missed it

Let us come to you

As well as the series of events available on our YouTube channel, we can also come to you and do a presentation on a range of subjects, from the Code of Professional Conduct and Practice, to the PLP. We can even tailor it for your specific needs. Fill out the form on this page, and we’ll get back to you to organise a date and time.

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Safeguarding the profession and the public

Fee renewal for employers

As an employer, you have a legal responsibility to ensure you only employ individuals who are registered in the correct category for the work they do.

Check your staff are registered now using your online access to the Register.

Fitness to Practise case study: professional boundaries

Physical contact can sometimes be necessary, but it must always be appropriate and proportionate. In our latest case study, we look at an example of where a registrant was suspended following inappropriate physical contact with a learner, and offer practical lessons registrants should take from it.

Council updates

Recruitment has opened for new members to our Council

We regulate a large and diverse workforce serving learners and young people, parents/guardians, and communities across Wales. To do this role effectively, it is important that our Council benefits from a broad range of perspectives and experiences. The role calls for independent thinking, constructive contribution to strategic discussions, integrity, and a strong commitment to equality, inclusion, and the Welsh language. To find out more, visit the Welsh Government Public Appointments website. Applications close 16:00 on 18 February.

Seeking views on our draft Strategic Plan 2026-29

The draft Strategic Plan sets out our priorities for the next three years and is underpinned by four key objectives. It sets out how we intend to deliver our core statutory functions.

We are keen to hear from a wide range of individuals, including those from diverse backgrounds, parents/guardians, and partner organisations across education and regulation.

You can read the draft plan, and respond, on our website. The consultation closes at 12:00 on Friday, 13 March 2026.

Next council meeting

The next meeting of our Council will be held on Thursday 19 March, in the EWC offices. Any member of the public can come and observe. More information about past meetings, and to register your interest in observing are on our Council meetings page.

Guidance, resources, and professional services

Using the PLP to support your employees

We work with a variety of organisations to develop tailor-made templates in the Professional Learning Passport (PLP) that support professional learning and reflection across their teams.

Find out how the PLP can help and support your organisation.

QMYW

Congratulations to Torfaen Youth Service who recently renewed their bronze Quality Mark.  

The Quality Mark for Youth Work in Wales is an award for youth organisations which recognises improving standards and celebrating excellence in youth work provision. To learn more about the QMYW, head to our website.

Informing policy

Recruitment and retention: trends, challenges, and policy pathways

In November, we hosted a panel of education experts to share their unique and honest opinions on recruitment and retention in Wales, alongside our own data and policy research. We recorded the event, and it’s now available to watch back on our YouTube channel.

Consultation response

We’ve published our response to Welsh Government’s consultation on revised Professional Standards for Assisting Teaching, Teaching and Leadership.

In case you missed it

Professionally Speaking 2026

Did you miss our Professionally Speaking event in January 2026? Professor Kelly Mackintosh came to explore learner behaviour and the power of physical activity. A recording of the event is now available to watch back on our YouTube channel.

Need some training?

We can deliver online or in-person training on various topics, including our role, the Code of Professional Conduct and Practice, the PLP, and responsible use of social media. We can also bring a stand to your conference or event, so that attendees can come and talk to us directly.

Fill out the form on this page, and we’ll get back to you.