Protecting independent school teachers’ pensions
Proposed increases in the employer contribution to the Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS) could lead to some employers withdrawing from the scheme, with members taking a significant hit to their pension.
Advice
Retirement age
Guide for teachers and other school staff who wish to continue working beyond age 65
The 2014 Local Government Pension Scheme
A new Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) was introduced in 2014. From April of that year, all members are in the new scheme, and accrued benefits from that time forward on a career average basis. This factsheet gives an overview of the LGPS, including those changes.
Teachers’ pension scheme – final salary section
The Teachers’ Pension Scheme will provide much of your retirement income so it is vital that you understand it. This advise covers the final salary section and it aims to answer the most common pension queries for NEU members.
Teachers’ pension scheme – career average section
The Teachers’ Pension Scheme will provide much of your retirement income so it is vital that you understand it. This advise covers the career average section of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS) in which most members are accruing pension.
Judges’ and Firefighters’ Age Discrimination Pension Case – NEU Update
The Court of Appeal has ruled against the Government, following decisions in the Employment Tribunal and Employment Appeals Tribunal. The NEU sees no need to take legal action at this point. If the Government loses in the Supreme Court then whatever compensation is deemed payable will be applied automatically to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (E&W).
Career average pension
The Teachers’ Pension Scheme will provide much of your retirement income so it is vital that you understand it. This guidance covers the career average section of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS) in which most members are accruing pension.
Agency supply teachers: workplace pensions
Advice on your eligibility for and access to workplace pension schemes as an agency supply teacher.
The 2014 Local Government Pension Scheme
An overview of the Local Government Pension Scheme, introduced in 2014
State pension
Information about the single-tier state pension and changes to the state retirement age.
Different pension schemes available
In whatever capacity you work in education, there is likely to be an occupational scheme available for you to join and you may have automatic membership as soon as you are employed.
Pension increase 2019
The Government has published the proposed increases in teachers’ pensions with effect from 8 April 2019.
Final salary pension
Information about the final salary section of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS), including how to find out if you are in this TPS section.
Policy
Changes to Teachers' pensions 2015
Government changes to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme in 2015 mean that teachers are paying more towards their pensions, working longer and receiving a smaller pension when they retire.