Schools Government must act now to fix shortages AEU members demand more action on workload shortages with schools struggling to plug the gaps.
Schools Time in lieu dispute The AEU is in court to defend its case that, given their duty of care to students, teachers and ES should be considered ‘on call’ when attending school camps outside normal working hours.
Schools VGSA helping ES get paid for every “hat they wear” Along with revised Dimensions of Work, the VGSA 2022 includes range reviews to properly reflect the scope and complexity of education support roles. LOUISE SWINN reports.
Schools Better support for the “tough gig” of parenting The new VGSA brings major improvements in leave entitlements to address the gender gap, and help both parents spend more time with their babies.
Schools All for one – school staff and leadership working together We speak to three schools where the staff, union sub-branch and leadership are all on the same page, ensuring healthy lines of communication.
Schools Time for members to benefit from VGSA 2022 The AEU has developed a comprehensive implementation guide to support schools members in getting the most from their entitlements.
For everyone Making some noise During May, DIANA BLYTON and CHARLOTTE GILLESPIE completed the two-week Anna Stewart Memorial Project, exploring women’s important contributions to the union movement.
Schools PPDs offer workload relief The new VGSA 2022 provisions provide greater flexibility for utilising Professional Practice Days to manage class-related work.
Schools It’s about time in lieu The new VGSA reduces workload pressures, giving teachers and ES time in lieu for structured school activities.
Schools Teacher work and the VGSA 2022 New clauses in the VGSA 2022 focus on the allocation of teacher work, prioritising core work and allowing much-needed time for planning and preparation.
Schools Saying yes to ES improvements Revised Dimensions of Work and student supervision arrangements in the new agreement reflect the true scope and complexity of education support roles.
Schools Sharpening our clauses The VGSA 2022 increases allowances, and improves clauses on excess and on flexible work.
Schools Attendance and other VGSA 2022 wins The VGSA 2022 brings with it significant wins on attendance, leave and consultation that will make an immediate difference to members’ lives.
For everyone Women’s matters: equality in focus The new Victorian Government Schools Agreement demonstrates the AEU’s commitment to equality for all members, with important improvements for women.
Schools Spotlight on entitlements for education support members With a spotlight on ES entitlements, AEU training is important as we implement significant wins for ES in the new VGSA.
Schools Campaigning to achieve a new Schools Agreement There would be no new Schools Agreement without union members standing up collectively to make sure the complex work of principals, teachers and ES is properly recognised.
Schools Your VGSA 2022 explained The new VGSA makes decisive improvements to the working lives of members in schools. While awaiting approval from the Fair Work Commission, we break down some of the more complex clauses to help you get the most from your entitlements.
Schools Improving teachers’ working lives with the new VGSA The VGSA features several new measures to reduce teacher workload and give members greater autonomy and control over their professional lives.
Schools Implementing principal workload clauses in the new VGSA It is essential that principals understand new consultation clauses in the VGSA to benefit schools and their leadership teams.
Schools Major wins for ES members in new VGSA With major changes to the Dimensions of Work, we’ll be supporting ES members in checking their duties to ensure they’re correctly classified.