The union representing teachers and support staff in non-government schools in NSW and the ACT has lodged a dispute with the Fair Work Commission following Catholic Schools Broken Bay’s announcement that a number of schools in Sydney will share principals.
The IEU believes the employer has breached relevant enterprise agreements by failing to consult with school staff over a major workplace change.
Under Catholic Schools Broken Bay’s proposal, 14 schools in the Northern Beaches and North Shore will have principals that divide their time between two schools.
“IEU members are deeply concerned about the employer’s plan for schools to have part-time principals,” said Independent Education Union of Australia NSW/ACT Branch Secretary Carol Matthews.
“This change will impact staff, students and families in the affected schools. The union cannot see how this restructuring will benefit anyone.”
Read the full Media Release below or download a PDF.
