Primary principal members of NZEI Te Riu Roa have voted to accept the Ministry of Education's collective agreement offer. The settlement includes a $15,000 allowance to recognise the significant workload driven by the government's rapid curriculum changes.
"The $15,000 change management allowance is a necessary recognition of the immense pressure involved in implementing wholesale curriculum change, but it is in no way an endorsement of its content," said Stephen Lethbridge, a member of the NZEI Te Riu Roa bargaining team.
"This result highlights the power of our collective voice and demonstrates that we are stronger together at the bargaining table," Mr Lethbridge said.
"By speaking with one voice, we have secured a collective agreement that reflects our shared commitment to the profession."
The new collective agreement covers a 30-month term, running from the date of ratification until 27 August 2028.