An increasing use of supply teachers to
cover sickness absence is affecting pupils» learning, two critical reports have warned.
Not exact matches
Towergate is the longest standing provider of staff
absence insurance to schools and academies, providing
cover for teachers and support staff who are unable to work due to
sickness, accident, jury service or disciplinary suspension.
Mental health issues result in teachers suffering from long term
sickness, meaning that temporary members of staff are required to
cover these
absences.
The reasons for these situations vary but include:
covering holiday, unexpected leave due to
sickness,
covering more long term
absences such as sabbaticals, maternity leave, paternity leave,
covering whilst a permanent solicitor is being sourced or working their notice in their current position, or to help with large projects.