School secretaries, caretakers vote to accept proposals
School secretaries and caretakers, who are members of the Fórsa trade union, have voted overwhelmingly to accept proposals on pay, pensions and employment conditions.
School secretaries and caretakers affiliated with the Fórsa trade union have overwhelmingly approved proposals regarding pay, pensions, and employment conditions. These measures include the implementation of a Labour Court recommendation on pension lump sums and gratuity payments, enhanced sick leave provisions, paid bereavement leave, and a new pay structure for caretakers.
Beginning in March 2026, caretakers will receive backdated pay, and starting next March, they will join a pay scale similar to that of Education and Training Board caretakers. This vote follows a one-week strike earlier in the school year, affecting approximately 2,000 schools. Fórsa's Head of Education, Andy Pike, emphasized the union's commitment and solidarity during this lengthy and challenging process. The 94% vote, with over 88% turnout, serves as a strong endorsement of these proposals.
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