You might have been informed that your school will be going through a restructuring process and you are concerned on the impact it might have on your role, especially if redundancies are taking place. In this article, we explain the process which your school must follow, what can be involved in the consultation process and other factors to take into consideration.
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The summer months are upon us and depending on your sensibilities as a teacher, this can either be the most enjoyable or stressful time of the year
It was the 10th year anniversary of the Festival of Education at Wellington College this year.
You might be cautious about expressing your political views in school and unsure about what you can and can’t say to pupils.
Occupational health can be an unfamiliar concept. Many workers are made ill each year because of the impact their occupation has on their health. Teaching is an occupation where you will be subject to high amounts of stress, mental health issues and risk of physical injury. Your school will most likely be partnered with an occupational health service to help assist you. The NHS explains that occupational health will give impartial, objective advice supporting both yourself and your school.
It’s that time of the year where thousands of teachers will be handing in their notice to move to another school or to leave the profession.
During your teaching career you may be accused of gross misconduct which is a very serious allegation and could result in you being banned from the classroom.
You may be unsure about your entitlement to sick pay as a teacher.
The entitlement to sick pay and sick leave for teachers in the maintained sector is set out in the Burgundy Book.
Every teacher will come down with an illness during some time in their careers and will take time off school to recover. It’s important to know what your employment rights are and the correct procedures to follow to ensure you can return to work in a healthy condition.
You may have heard of the recruitment and pay award but might be unsure if you are eligible to receive it. The School Teachers Pay and Conditions Document (STPCD) outlines guidance on recruitment and retention incentives and benefits.