Career Breaks
Key points and official guidance links (filter with search).
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What is a career break? Definition
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Summary
A career break is a period of special leave of absence without salary for a period of not less than one year and not more than five years. |
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UTU position Flexible working
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Summary
UTU states it is committed to campaigning to secure the right for all teachers to access flexible working opportunities. |
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Career Break Scheme TNC 2009/5
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Summary
Official Department of Education document providing details of the career break scheme for teachers (includes an application form). |
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Flexible Working Scheme TNC 2009/6
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Summary
Sets out the criteria and procedure to request flexible working arrangements. |
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Job Share Scheme TNC 2009/4
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Summary
Official Department of Education guidance on job share scheme arrangements for teachers. |
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Temporary Variation of Contract TNC 2009/7
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Summary
Explains the procedure for a temporary variation of contract and includes an application form. |
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Need advice? Contact UTU
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Summary
Contact UTU for member-specific guidance and support. Tel: 028 9066 2216 · Email: office@utu.edu |
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