Rule 60 - Emergency Closure
- Published: 31 January 2019
Guidance is provided to Boards of Management in DES Circular 0009/2017 Section 4, in determining whether a school is required to make up the pupil contact time lost due to the recent severe weather conditions. The circular provides a list of flexible options for the Board to consider in making a decision regarding the teaching time lost.
This guidance sets out a structured approach to determining the measures to be put in place to make up for lost tuition time. The guidance provides that, subject to consensus at local level, any changes to normal practice that can be made to address the shortfalls should be put in place.
Examples are given in the circular to address this issue, such as prioritising tuition over non-tuition activities and prioritising learning in the classroom over activities such as school tours etc.
Refer to circular for detailed options.
Expo Guide 2019
- Published: 31 January 2019
Does a Teacher(s) have GCVU Vetting Letter?
- Published: 17 January 2019
During January and February, the Teaching Council will contact teachers whose membership is due for renewal in May and June 2019, advising them to re-apply for a New National Vetting Bureau (NVB) disclosure via the online system. This applies to the cohort of teachers who hold a Central Garda Vetting Unit (GCVU) vetting letter.
Teachers who receive re-vetting notices are advised to complete the vetting application process within the required timeframe. Failure to do so, could result in a teacher’s membership lapsing and salary from the DES being withheld.
Registered teachers can check their vetting status by logging on to the 'My Registration' section of the Teaching Council website.
Click here for more information on the vetting process
E-sceal 542 - Revised Pay Rates for Ancillary Staff
- Published: 10 January 2019
