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Joint Education Services Circular (JESC) no. 232 from the Joint Negotiating Committee for Teachers in Residential Establishments (JNCTRE), 5 December 2024 .

A campaign poster outlining the NEU’s key demands for pregnant teachers and support staff at work.

How you can, as a leader, adopt good practice to accommodate, support and retain pregnant teachers or support staff at your school or college.

The NEU is calling for better treatment of pregnant women working in schools and colleges. Find out what teachers and support staff told us about their experiences of working while pregnant in the education sector, and how members can work together to improve conditions at work.

A sample notice from a workplace rep seeking appropriate facilities and arrangements for pregnant teachers and support staff working in schools and colleges.

The aim of this model policy on maternity rights is to support reps in securing risk assessments, suitable rest facilities, safe working conditions and fair treatment of pregnant teachers and support staff working in education settings.

NEU reps can use this checklist to work with members to assist pregnant teachers and support staff in schools and colleges.

A model individual risk assessment to protect the health and safety of pregnant teachers and support staff working in education settings.

Sample letters to give notice of your pregnancy or pregnancy sickness, and to request a risk assessment, rest facilities or time off for antenatal appointments.

A guide for pregnant teachers and support staff – what to do if you are discriminated against at school or college on grounds of pregnancy or maternity.

A guide for pregnant teachers and support staff on your rights if you’re facing dismissal from school or college on grounds of your pregnancy.

A guide on securing a pregnancy risk assessment at school or college for pregnant teachers and support staff.