Teachers and support staff in nearly 300 Queensland Catholic schools across the state have voted no to an employer attempt to cut current working conditions.
The outcome of the recent employee ballot for Queensland Diocesan schools saw 51% of voters reject the agreement.
Four in every ten employees in Religious Institute (RI) schools have voted against the employer proposed agreement. However, the employer proposed agreement is now approved under the provisions of the Fair Work Act.
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While current negotiations in Queensland Catholic, Anglican and Lutheran schools do not affect principals’ working conditions, the outcomes will have a significant impact for staff in schools.
Inequity in Positions of Added Responsibility (PAR) remains a significant concern in Lutheran schools, particularly for experienced teachers, program leaders, and staff in primary school settings.
As we move towards the end of the year, preparations are underway for the next round of collective bargaining in Lutheran schools.