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School business leader pay and gradingA comprehensive guide to school business leader pay and grading arrangements. 05/03/2019
Reasonable expectations of teachers not in receipt of a TLRIt's sometimes asserted that a teacher can't be expected to be a subject coordinator unless they... 09/11/2018
Dedicated headship time - FAQsShould a head teacher receive both dedicated headship time, and leadership and management time? We... 09/11/2018
Job applications: deputy and assistant heads' pay and conditions checklistIt's imperative that when applying for a new post, you're aware not only of the salary you'll enjoy... 09/11/2018
Executive headship implicationsGuidance on what it could mean to be an executive head teacher 07/11/2018
Cover arrangements - FAQsThis advice explains the School Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document 2018 (STPCD) directives on... 07/11/2018
Additional paymentsThis document provides members with information on the issue of making additional payments to... 07/11/2018
Working time/directed time FAQsA set of questions and answers that explain when teachers and school leaders are expected to work,... 07/11/2018
Planning, preparation and assessment time - FAQsThis document provides a definition of and advice on managing your statutory planning, preparation... 07/11/2018
Teaching and learning responsibility (TLR) paymentsThis advice document deals with TLRs, how and when they can be paid, differentials and fixed-term... 07/11/2018
Vacancy/absence of the head teacher: relevant pay and conditions for other staffThis advice covers the requirements of the School Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document 2014 in... 07/11/2018
Pay appealsThe purpose of this advice note is to set out some practical guidance for dealing with pay appeals... 07/11/2018
References: a brief guideThis document sets out the dos and don'ts of providing employment references. It gives a brief but... 06/11/2018
Application to be paid on the upper pay rangeApplication to be paid on the upper pay range 29/10/2018
Main pay range and upper pay range: dispelling the mythsThis advice clarifies misunderstandings about the upper pay range. 29/10/2018
Upper pay range (UPR) - pay progressionPlease note the following in relation to the upper pay range (UPR) pay progression. 29/10/2018
Requirement vs discretion to pay the upper pay range (UPR)Requirement vs discretion to pay the upper pay range (UPR) 29/10/2018
Deputy and assistant head teachers' pay (England and Wales) STPCD 2018This guidance is for use in maintained schools and establishments, and also where the School... 26/10/2018
Head teachers' pay (England and Wales) STPCD 2018Read our guidance on head teachers' pay in maintained schools with delegated budget 16/10/2018
Pay and appraisal in 2018/19Information and guidance on pay and appraisals in 2018/19 academic year. 26/09/2018
Joint union advice on pay scales for 2018-19NAHT, ATL, ASCL, NEU, UCAC and Voice have published indicative pay scales to support schools,... 24/09/2018
Head teachers' pay FAQs following the STPCD 2018Find the answers to the most popular questions we receive on head teachers' pay. 18/09/2018
Job applications: head teachers' pay and conditions checklistWe list the things you need to consider when applying for a new post as a head teacher. 18/09/2018
Paternity leavePaternity leave is granted for the purposes of caring for a child or supporting the... 06/08/2018
2018 Pensions increase - Public service pension schemesHM Treasury has recently published details of the increases that will be applied to public service... 01/08/2018
Pension fact sheet 12 - local government pension schemeThis fact sheet presents a brief overview of the provisions of the local government pension scheme.... 01/08/2018
Pensions fact sheet 13 - Lifetime AllowanceWhenever you access your pension benefits, the value of the benefits taken is tested against your... 01/08/2018
School Business Manager Pay and GradingNAHT believes School Business Managers who are part of the school leadership team should be paid on... 01/06/2018
Performance Management Policy and GuidanceThis model performance management policy and the supporting documents have been devised by NAHT... 15/05/2018
Adoption leaveThe Employment Act 2002 introduced new statutory rights to leave and pay for adoptive parents... 16/04/2018
Shared parental leaveParents expecting babies or those who are adopting and have been placed or matched with a child on... 16/04/2018
Teachers' Pension Scheme (England & Wales) - members' contribution bands 2018/2019Your pension (TPS) contribution rate is likely to change from 1 April 2018 to reflect the rate of... 22/02/2018
Teachers' Pension Schemes - individual records/benefits statementsAdvice to ensure information on Teachers' Pension Schemes' benefit statements are correct 09/02/2018
Investigation meetings and how to get through themA short guide to investigation meetings and what to do if you are invited to one 16/01/2018
Top five advice topics from autumn 2017Each term we look at some of the most challenging situations for our members. Here is a summary of... 18/12/2017
Part-time working in schoolsA school leader's guide to the effective management of part-time staff and some of the issues you... 13/11/2017
Redundancy and restructuringOur advice sets out your rights and explains some of the things you can expect in a restructuring... 07/11/2017
School Complaints ProcedureIn January 2016 the Department for Education (DfE) published a non-statutory guidance document... 07/11/2017
Staff well-being and welfareA school leader's guide to staff well-being and welfare 17/10/2017
Workload and its impact on school leadersWorkload continues to be a major issue for our members 11/10/2017
Teachers' pension update - October 2017Update on the valuations of the Teachers' Pension Schemes: England, Wales and Northern Ireland,... 03/10/2017
Moving abroad? Information on state and teachers' pensionsAdvice on pensions for members considering moving abroad. 03/10/2017
Teachers' pension scheme (England and Wales) benefit statementsUpdated advice on teachers' benefit statements held online at Teachers' Pensions and the need to... 26/09/2017
Pension fact sheet five - preparing for early retirementThis fact sheet gives guidance on the financial considerations to be considered when retiring... 21/09/2017
Pension fact sheet one - guide to inheritance tax planningMany people assume inheritance tax only applies to the very rich. This is a common misconception.... 21/09/2017
Pension fact sheet seven - ill health retirementAdvice on all aspects relating to consideration and application for ill health retirement for... 15/09/2017
Pension fact sheet six - early retirementAdvice and guidance on how and when members of the Teachers' Pension Schemes for Northern Ireland... 15/09/2017
Pension fact sheet three - when benefits are payableProvides information and guidance on how and when benefits are calculated and payable 15/09/2017
Pension fact sheet two - demystifying membership of the TPSExplains to which teachers' scheme members contribute; whether they have received full, partial or... 15/09/2017
Pension fact sheet four - age retirementAdvice for members of the Teachers' Pension Schemes (Northern Ireland and England & Wales) on the... 15/09/2017
Pension fact sheet nine - how to increase retirement incomeInformation about the opportunities within the final salary and career average arrangement within... 15/09/2017
Pension fact sheet eight - phased retirementAdvice on an option for teachers aged 55 or older to reduce their hours/salary and collect from... 15/09/2017
Pension fact sheet 10 - leaving teaching?General guidance on matters that members of the Teachers' Pension Schemes should consider or... 15/09/2017
Pension fact sheet 11 - Re-employmentHighlights the obligations that members of the Teachers' Pension Schemes (Northern Ireland and... 15/09/2017
TUPE a guide to the regulationsThis advice note sets out the purpose of the regulations, what's covered by the regulations and the... 12/09/2017
Annual pay determinations (all teachers)Includes key extracts from the School Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document 18/08/2017
What should I do if I want to appeal my pay decision?If you work in a maintained school or an academy that incorporates the School Teachers' Pay and... 18/08/2017
TPS (England and Wales): annual benefit statementAdvice on what members should do if their record of service is incorrect 17/08/2017
What should I do if I'm absent on sick leave?This guide helps you to take some practical steps if you're absent from work on sick leave 17/08/2017
Contribution rates for the Teachers' Pension Schemes (2015)17/08/2017
Information about changes to the TPS from 1 April 2015For England, Wales, Northern Ireland and Scotland 17/08/2017
Reached the top of the upper pay range? What's next?You may wish to share this with your school leadership team if you feel your school could benefit... 17/08/2017
Resignation datesBurgundy Book provisions ('Conditions of Service for School Teachers', August 2000). 16/08/2017
Retaining paperworkIt's imperative for members to keep all paperwork associated with their employment 16/08/2017
Job applications: pay a conditions checklist for assistant headsThis advice sets out some of the issues you may wish to note 16/08/2017
Maternity pay and leaveGuide to statutory entitlement 16/08/2017
What should I do if I'm suspended?This brief guide sets out some advice to members who are suspended from work whilst an... 16/08/2017
Child protection allegation against youAny allegation made against a member of school staff must be immediately referred by the school to... 16/08/2017
Working time, workload and work-life balanceSchool Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document 16/08/2017
Professional responsibilities of assistant head teachersSchool Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document 10/08/2017
Tips on writing a personal statement that makes an impactTop tips on writing a personal statement 08/08/2017
Application to move to the Upper Pay RangeIncludes key extracts from the School Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document 08/08/2017
Teachers' Pensions update July 2017Guidance on action to be taken in respect of information contained within benefit statements. 12/07/2017
Resignation dates and notice periods for teaching staffSummary of the provision for submission of resignation in respect of teaching staff. 22/05/2017
Executive Heads and CEOs - eligibilty for membership of Teachers' Pension SchemeSummary of eligibility of executive heads and CEOs of academies to be members of the Teachers'... 21/04/2017
Local government pension scheme - member contribution pay bandsChanges to the pay banding for member contributions. 27/03/2017
Teachers' pension schemes 2017 - pension increasesTreasury confirms 2017 increases to teachers' pensions. 22/03/2017
Work-life balance frequently asked questionsA set of questions and answers that explain working time regulations, work-life strategies and the... 28/10/2016
STPCD: Managment time FAQs October 2016This new advice answers some common questions relating to management time for school leaders and... 28/09/2016
Redundancy guidance, policy and processThis set of documents to provide helpful, practical advice about redundancy; including a general... 27/09/2016
Special educational needs (SEN) allowanceSpecial educational needs (SEN) allowance 27/09/2016
Payment for the provisions of services - September 2014This guidance note deals with payments that are made to members for service work undertaken outside... 27/09/2016
Pay on appointment and pay portabilityPay on appointment and pay portability 26/09/2016
Pay progression linked to performanceSome trainers are incorrectly suggesting that if a teacher isn't awarded a performance point, they... 26/09/2016
Leading practitioners responsibilities and pay rangeThis advice document explains the professional responsibilities, pay range and performance-related... 26/09/2016
Resuming your careerAlthough it is not the norm for school leaders to face dismissal, it is nevertheless the case that... 06/09/2016
Professional standards for school business managementOur advice on the NASBM professional standards for school business management 01/09/2016
Workload Review Groups: recommendations and next steps for school leadersThis guidance summarises the recommendations of each of the workload challenge groups for school... 23/08/2016
Career expectations for teachersConfusion and ambiguity has been created by individuals, local authorities and private companies... 25/05/2016
Management time FAQsAn explanation of your rights to management time with advice and guidance on how to ensure you... 17/05/2016
Disciplinary ProcedureThere will be occasions where the conduct of an employee is of an unacceptable nature or standard... 21/01/2016
Guide on maternity leaveExpecting? Read our guide to find out what you're entitled to when on maternity leave. We look at... 20/01/2016
Job shares and flexible workingA school leaders' guide to the art of job shares and flexible working. 20/01/2016
Applying for a job? Classroom teacher checklistIf you're thinking of applying for a new job in the classroom, make sure you read this first 12/10/2015
Classroom teachers on the Main Pay Range and Upper Pay RangeSchool Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document 12/10/2015
Teaching and Learning Responsibility paymentsIncludes key extracts from the School Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document 29/09/2015
Time off for Fertility TreatmentThere is no stand-alone statutory right to take leave for in vitro fertilisation (IVF) treatment 29/07/2015