We are expected by the government and whānau to work through a COVID pandemic… Yet there hasn’t been an improvement in our sick leave allocation.

What does the issue of sick leave mean for you as a teacher, and the tamariki you teach?

We are expected by the government and whānau to work through a COVID pandemic. Winter ills are added to this pandemic. Yet there hasn’t been an improvement in our sick leave allocation. We get sick far more frequently than others in many work situations, I am sure.

What will it take to fix sick leave for kindergarten teachers?

Increase our sick leave allocation.

When we fix sick leave, what impact will that change have on you as a teacher, and the tamariki you teach?

Teachers given the time and support to get well after sickness, will return quicker and better!