Applications are open for early childhood and support staff scholarships to be taken up in 2022. There are ten scholarships of $6000 available, applications close Friday 8 May 2021.
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Early childhood teachers so an incredibly important job. But their pay is up to 31.8% behind kindergarten and primary with the same skills, qualifications and responsibilities. That's not OK. We believe every teacher is worth it and that the government needs to act now to fix the gap. If you agree, join your voice with ours and have your say. Vote to add your voice here
Kōhanga Reo kaimahi bring incredible skills and experience to an important kaupapa for tamariki Māori, but right now many kaimahi aren't paid in a way that recognises their value and upholds their mana. Sign up now to tautoko the campaign.
The Pay Equity Amendment Act 2020 has opened up new opportunities across the education sector - find out about our 10 new pay equity claims to ensure the work of women is no longer undervalued!
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The country's largest education union, NZEI Te Riu Roa, is backing the school students striking for climate action across the country today. Read More
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