The Education Workforce Council (EWC) has today (1 September 2025) launched a revised Code of Professional Conduct and Practice, setting out the standards, behaviours, and values expected of all registrants working across education in Wales.

The Code is a key document and applies to everyone registered with the EWC, from teachers and support staff in schools and further education settings, to those in youth work and adult/work-based learning. It reflects the evolving expectations of practitioners and the importance of safeguarding learners and young people, whilst maintaining public trust, and upholding high standards.

The document also allows learners and young people, and all those involved in their education and training in Wales, particularly parents/guardians, to know what they should expect from registrants.

This latest edition has been published following a consultation with registrants, stakeholders, and the public.

Explaining what has changed in the revised Code, interim EWC Chief Executive, Lisa Winstone said, “First, I would like to thank everyone who provided feedback during our public consultation.

“The Code is one of the most important documents for an education practitioner in Wales. The updates we have made ensures that the Code is now fully relevant to all of the 13 categories we are required to register as the independent, professional regulator. It also brings the document in-line with current best practice around terminology.

“By following the principles within the Code, individuals demonstrate the quality and standards that we all expect from the profession, providing reassurance to learners and young people, parents/guardians, and the public.”

Registrants, employers and agencies, and parents/guardians are encouraged to read the updated Code to familiarise themselves with the principles within. The EWC has also created a range of supporting resources to help individuals and employers understand and embed the Code in their practice. This includes on-demand webinars, good practice guides, animations, and for parents/guardians, an updated guide to help them to play a more active role in their child's education.

The revised Code, along with any supporting resources, is available now on the EWC website.