discrimination

Internal recruitment in schools

You might be disappointed because you have been unsuccessful or overlooked during internal recruitment at your school. You might question why a colleague has received a promotion over another colleague and do not think your school is following a fair or transparent recruitment process.

Staff dress code for teachers

You may have a staff dress code policy at your school. Your employment contract may not refer to what you can explicitly wear, although, it will probably mention that all teachers are expected to adhere to the school’s policies and procedures.

What are reasonable adjustments in schools?

You may have heard of the term ‘reasonable adjustments’ but might be unsure how to request an adjustment at your school. In this article, we look at how to request reasonable adjustments and examples of them.

What can I do if I am prevented from applying to a teaching job?

You might be applying for a new position at your current school. What happens if your line manager says you can’t apply for the role? You might believe you have the experience and skills for the position so should be allowed to apply.

What do I need to know about the Equality Act?

You might not have enough time to read the Equality Act in full but you should be aware that it legally protects you from discrimination in school. This article provides an overview of the main features of The Equality Act and how it affects your employment.