At Congress 2011, a serious emphasis on employment and protection of the qualified unemployed teacher was clear. On foot of this the INTO Employment Task Force was established. It has representatives from many areas of the Union, including Cathal McGarrigle and Orla Faulkner (Former Chair and Secretary of Dis.XIV NQT Sub-Committee respectively).
They along with support from other Task Force and Union Members have successfully completed and worked on many ahcievable projects in the last 8 monhs.
Some of the most significant are:
1. The reduction of Probation from 170 days to 100 days, two periods of 50 days
2. The issuing of an INTO Directive on Unqualified Personnel in Schools
3. The establishing of NQT Groups at branch and district level, a forum and supported channel for NQT and Non-Permanent concerns
4. The progression and development of SubSearch, and the negotiation of an online application procedure for primary school posts
The work of the Task Force has been extensive and has given emphasis to NQT's and Non-Permanent Teachers. This work must continue, and INTO District 14 NQT Sub-Committee is committed to working to cooperate and contribute to their consultation process and support.
Eolas December 2011
Task Force on Employment Interim Report
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