Pay & Conditions

The offer is described as falling ‘far short of expectations’ – now there is only a short window of opportunity for a pay settlement by 1 August

A lawyer explains why Labour’s proposed tax plans have got private schools considering their options on staff pay – but the law is clear on what actions they can and cannot take

Bringing paternity pay in line with maternity pay would bring schools and trusts in line with similar public sector institutions that recognise the value in this approach, says Emma Sheppard

In this edition of our Big Debate webinar, three trust leaders discuss the increasing range of flexible working opportunities on offer to their staff. But are initiatives like these enough to attract more teachers into the profession?

Union and academy trust leaders warn situation means schools can’t plan their budgets for September

Heads fear a decision on teacher pay rises will now not be made until after the election in July, ASCL warns

Tes’ essential education news this week includes calls for change in the school system ahead of the general election and pressure over teacher pay

School support staff union could move to strike action if members vote to reject £1,290 pay rise

There is ‘no good reason’ to delay publishing the pay review body recommendations, say four unions

The chief people officer at Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust explains why embracing flexible working for staff means being confident in selling the benefits to parents

A Commons Education Select Committee report into teacher shortages also calls on government to monitor the amount of flexible working schools offer

Local authorities ‘disappointed’ that trade unions ‘have gone public with a threat of balloting for strike action’