Support Staff are the unsung heroes of our education sector, keeping our schools running smoothly, the grounds clean and tidy, the payroll processed and much, much more.
It's the work you do to support tumuaki and kaiako that lays the foundation for learning and growth to happen. See below for resources and information about your role and what NZEI Te Riu Roa members are working towards in this crucial space.
Download a copy of your current agreement here.
The 2025 scholarship applications round opened in February 2024 and close on Friday 10th May 2024. To learn more about the application process, what to expect and how to write a good application, check out the article linked below.
The pay equity settlement for science technicians has been approved and implementation began in term three of 2022. We’ve waited a long time for this – NZEI Te Riu Roa members raised this pay equity claim with the Ministry in 2018. We’re proud to have reached this moment.
The pay equity settlement for librarians and library assistants has been approved and implementation began in term three of 2022. We’ve waited a long time for this – NZEI Te Riu Roa members raised this pay equity claim with the Ministry in 2018. We’re proud to have reached this moment.
David Stewart was a primary school principal, an academic, a researcher, education centre director and the author of several books. He initiated and developed Te Ariki Project, a professional development programme for school principals.
Join us in calling for better pay, conditions and outcomes in the education sector in Aotearoa.
