PRIMARY NQT INDUCTION

UPDATE SEPT 2021

Droichead is the new integrated induction process for teachers and is available to both primary and post-primary teachers. 

The traditional processes of Probation, Post-qualification Employment (PQE) and the Induction Workshop Programme have either concluded or are being phased out. 

It is important to note that Droichead is the only route of induction for all primary and post-primary teachers registered from 1 June 2020. 

Teachers requiring information on the Droichead process should click here. 

Teachers requiring information on Induction Workshops should click here. 

Teachers requiring information on School Support should click here. 

Teachers requiring NIPT team contact details should click here.

For queries relating to the traditional process, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

NQTs must keep their own record of the workshops they have completed.

Please see Page 15 in Information booklet below for a NQT Workshop Attendance Record.

NB: All NQTs must have a Teaching Council number before they can register for the Induction Workshop Programme. The Induction Workshop Programme is not open to NQTs who are registered with a Further Education Teaching Council Number or whose registration is pending.

Important Information for NQTs regarding their registration requirements for the Teaching Council:

● Schools outside of the above categories are also offering Droichead. NQTs are asked to check with their schools as only one process can be offered at school level (i.e. Droichead or PQE [PP] / Probation [P]. 
● Engagement in the NIPT Induction Workshop Programme is a requirement for NQTs who are completing Probation (Primary) or PQE (Post-Primary).
● Attendance at workshops is not a requirement for NQTs engaging in the Droichead process.
● NQTs participating in Droichead may count a workshop as an Additional Professional Learning Activity, to address a professional learning need identified by them, in consultation with their PST.

For information please visit National Induction Programme for Teachers www.teacherinduction.ie
(Dates maybe subject to change)

TO BOOK A WORKSHOP

In order to secure a place on a workshop it is necessary to register an account on the website first. You only need to register once. Please use your own email NOT the schools email address. After you have registered you will receive an activation email (please check spam) which you will need to click on to activate your account.

To book a place on a workshop please LOG IN using your email address/password and then click on 'book'  button next to the workshop you wish to book.