Employment Relations


AISNSW provides advice and assistance to member schools about a wide range of employment and industrial relations matters. Using the menu below, you will find important information on the many facets related to good practice in employment matters, including resource tools and other material that will assist schools to meet their obligations as employers.

Revised template employment contracts and staff code of conduct are now available. For further information, assistance or specific advice member schools should contact a member of the Workplace Management Team either by email or on (02) 9299 2845.

Latest News


CMEA Understanding the New Education Allowances Factsheet >

AISNSW has released a new factsheet to help Independent schools understand the new Education Allowances under the Teachers CMEA 2025. (Principal or Business Managers login required)

Fair Work Information Statement > 

The Fair Work Information Statement on the AISNSW website has been updated to align with recent changes from the Fair Work Ombudsman. Please use this version when issuing to new employees. 

Changes to Work, Health and Safety laws mean new obligations for schools >

On Monday 13 October 2025, new Work, Health and Safety (WHS) laws commenced which have implications for schools.

Navigating temporary contract rules and requests for flexible working arrangements >

The rules on the temporary engagement of staff are set out within the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) and the Cooperative Multi-Enterprise Agreements (CMEAs) for Teachers and Professional and Operational Staff. 

Documents and Resources

The AISNSW Employment Relations team has compiled a range of documents and resources to assist schools.

Casual Employment

View casual employment information, FAQs and conversion letters.

Contracts and Commencement of Employment

View contracts, letter of appointment and other related documents.

Residential Tenancy Agreements

Documents and videos regarding boarding schools.

Calculators

The calculators on this page will assist schools to calculate the appropriate leave entitlements for staff.

FAQ's

AISNSW has compiled a list of frequently asked questions to assist schools in employment relations.

Employment Relations Courses

Explore upcoming employment relations courses
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