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If you want to know about your employment rights and whether you're being treated fairly and consistently, you can find help and advice on matters which may concern you as an employee

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Joint union advice on pay scales for 2020/2021New guidance on applying the proposed changes to teacher pay in England. 27/08/2020
References: a brief guideA school leader's guide to the effective handling of employment references 23/08/2020
Part-time working in schoolsA school leader's guide to part-time working in schools 21/08/2020
Pension fact sheets 2020Find all our handy fact sheets in one place 07/08/2020
Pension fact sheet seven - ill-health retirementThis fact sheet provides advice on all aspects relating to consideration and application for... 07/08/2020
Pension fact sheet six - early retirementThis fact sheet provides advice and guidance on how and when members of the Teachers' Pension... 07/08/2020
Pension fact sheet three - when benefits are payable and how they are calculatedProvides information and guidance on how and when benefits are calculated and payable. 07/08/2020
Pension fact sheet two - demystifying membership of the teachers' pension schemeExplains to which teachers' scheme members contribute; whether they have received full, partial or... 07/08/2020
Pensions fact sheet 13 - Lifetime allowanceWhenever you access your pension benefits, the value of the benefits taken is tested against your... 07/08/2020
Pension fact sheet 10 - leaving teaching?This fact sheet provides information and guidance if you are considering leaving teaching. Whether... 07/08/2020
Pension fact sheet 11 - Re-employmentThis fact sheet highlights the responsibilities that you must undertake to reduce the likelihood of... 07/08/2020
Pension fact sheet 12 - local government pension schemeThis fact sheet is designed to inform members of the LGPS of the main provisions of the scheme. 07/08/2020
Pension fact sheet eight - phased retirementThis fact sheet provides advice on an option for teachers aged 55 or older to reduce their... 07/08/2020
Pension fact sheet five - preparing for early retirementThis fact sheet gives guidance on the financial considerations for early retirement. 07/08/2020
Pension fact sheet four - age retirementAdvice for members of the Teachers' Pension Schemes (England, Wales and Northern Ireland) on the... 07/08/2020
Pension fact sheet nine - how to increase retirement incomeThis fact sheet includes information about the opportunities within the final salary and career... 07/08/2020
Pension fact sheet one - guide to inheritance tax planningMany people assume inheritance tax only applies to the very rich. This is a common misconception.... 07/08/2020
Transition to consultancyHere, we consider some key questions and transitional factors that you should address ahead of... 30/01/2020
Pregnancy and maternity discriminationThis piece of advice provides high-level guidance on the rights and protections available to... 21/01/2020
The menopauseThis advice looks at the ways employers can support working women and their managers to discuss and... 10/12/2019
Pay and conditions for teachers in residential establishments (England and Wales)Pay and conditions for teachers in residential establishments (England and Wales) 22/10/2019
Pay appealsThe purpose of this advice note is to set out some practical guidance for dealing with pay appeals... 18/10/2019
Teaching and learning responsibility (TLR) paymentsThis advice document deals with TLRs, how and when they can be paid, differentials and fixed-term... 18/10/2019
Requirement vs discretion to pay the upper pay range (UPR)Requirement vs discretion to pay the upper pay range (UPR) 18/10/2019
Planning, preparation and assessment time - FAQsThis document provides a definition of and advice on managing your statutory planning, preparation... 18/10/2019
Upper pay range (UPR) - pay progressionPlease note the following in relation to the upper pay range (UPR) pay progression. 18/10/2019
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... 18/10/2019
Application to be paid on the upper pay rangeApplication to be paid on the upper pay range 18/10/2019
Cover arrangements - FAQsThis advice explains the School Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document 2018 (STPCD) directives on... 18/10/2019
Main pay range and upper pay range: dispelling the mythsThis advice clarifies misunderstandings about the upper pay range. 18/10/2019
Executive headship implicationsGuidance on what it could mean to be an executive head teacher 18/10/2019
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. 18/10/2019
Working time/directed time FAQsA set of questions and answers that explain when teachers and school leaders are expected to work,... 17/10/2019
Additional paymentsThis document provides members with information on the issue of making additional payments to... 17/10/2019
Pay and appraisal in 2019-20Information and guidance on pay and appraisals in 2019-20 academic year. 10/10/2019
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
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
Head teachers' pay FAQs following the STPCD 2019Find the answers to the most popular questions we receive on head teachers' pay. 18/09/2018
Paternity leavePaternity leave is granted for the purposes of caring for a child or supporting the... 06/08/2018
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
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
Investigation meetings and how to approach themA short guide to investigation meetings and what to do if you are invited to one 16/01/2018
Redundancy and restructuringOur advice sets out your rights and explains some of the things you can expect in a restructuring... 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
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
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
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
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
Resignation datesBurgundy Book provisions ('Conditions of Service for School Teachers', August 2000). 16/08/2017
Working time, workload and work-life balanceSchool Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document 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
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
Professional responsibilities of assistant head teachersSchool Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document 10/08/2017
Application to move to the Upper Pay RangeIncludes key extracts from the School Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document 08/08/2017
Tips on writing a personal statement that makes an impactTop tips on writing a personal statement 08/08/2017
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
Work-life balance frequently asked questionsA set of questions and answers that explain working time regulations, work-life strategies and the... 28/10/2016
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
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
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