Lutheran Education Queensland (LEQ) employers continue to ignore the voice of members and maintain a bargaining position that puts employees’ wages, workload and working conditions in last place.
IEU-QNT Organiser Andrew Elphinstone said LEQ maintained the current collective agreement is “fit for purpose”, despite refusing to acknowledge members’ concerns regarding workload and work intensification.
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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.