Primary Principals Secure 2.5% Pay Rise After Four-Month Negotiations
Primary principals have agreed to a pay rise after four months of negotiations with the Ministry of Education. The deal, brokered by Public Service Commissioner Sir Brian Roche, will see principals receive a 2.5% pay increase this year and 2.1% next year.
The agreement, set to last for the next 26 months, was accepted by the Primary Principals Collective Bargaining Union. Notably, the union did not resort to strike action during negotiations, indicating a productive dialogue with the Ministry of Education.
A significant aspect of the deal is the promise to explore tenure-based pay for principals. This could potentially lead to a more stable and rewarding career path for school leaders. The union, which represents 515 members, saw 95% of its 85% turnout vote in favour of the proposal.
While the union has secured a pay rise, members who are also part of NZEI Te Riu Roa will still proceed with a planned strike on October 23. The Ministry of Education and the union have agreed to continue discussions regarding tenure-based pay, which could potentially shape the future of primary school leadership remuneration.
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