2024 in review: Education support staff
In 2024, support staff continued their valuable work assisting students and colleagues and the IEU continued to fight for improvements to their working conditions.
2024 in review: Tasmania - a busy year in all sectors
While the Catholic campaign demanded plenty of attention, other schools from Smithton to Geeveston also interacted with the union in 2024.
IEU Reportable Conduct Scheme information sessions hit the road
IEU Organisers are now delivering in-school presentations covering the operation of the Scheme and outlining key facts that all educators should understand.
Safety must always come first
The safety and wellbeing of educators needs to be taken much more seriously by everyone involved in education.
From The Point: Education Support Staff must be aware of Reportable Conduct Scheme
The workings of the scheme and the ramifications of an allegation are often poorly communicated to support staff.
From The Point: Deputy Secretary Kylie Busk on Reportable Conduct Schemes
The IEU fully supports creating child safe environments, however, the professional and personal safety of members must also be a priority for employers acting under these schemes.
From The Point: The human cost of the Reportable Conduct crisis
Chris* is a highly respected veteran educator who has worked for decades as a teacher, vice principal and Principal. They were the victim of “completely fanciful” accusations which became a Reportable Conduct charge that dragged on for nearly 12 months.