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Scottish Secondary Teachers' Association @sstatradeunion.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

🖋️Sign up to support our charter here: bit.ly/SSTAcharter 🔁Share the charter here: bit.ly/SSTACharterforSecondary #SSTA #Education #Workload #ItsNotWorkloadItsStress

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Scottish Secondary Teachers' Association @sstatradeunion.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

🚨Over 700+ secondary teachers are backing our #ItsNotWorkloadItsStress Charter. We're calling on Government to deliver urgently needed change, see the demands in our posts below 👇 Add your name and share here: bit.ly/SSTAcharter

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Scottish Secondary Teachers' Association @sstatradeunion.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

✊ Lyndsey has 4 years experience as a primary school teacher, hear her advice for new teachers. 📣 "Your union are there to help and support you whenever you need it." 🤝 We'll care of you, so you can take care of your classroom. 🔗 Join the #SSTA: ssta.org.uk/join-the-ssta

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Scottish Secondary Teachers' Association @sstatradeunion.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

📺 Hear from Casey, one of our members, who has been teaching for the last 8 years. 📢"Join the #SSTA for all of the support, advice and community that you need this term." ✊ Be part of shaping the future of secondary education for all - ssta.org.uk/join-the-ssta

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Scottish Secondary Teachers' Association @sstatradeunion.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

We have handed our charter to Government, and given them a deadline of 16 November to respond. Now need every single Secondary teacher to get behind it 🫵. Here is how you can build our campaign. 👉Share this post with five secondary teachers you know. 👉Like this post. #SSTA

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Scottish Secondary Teachers' Association @sstatradeunion.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Developed from members feedback earlier in the year. Our charter demands are clear, shown in the picture below. #SSTA #Education #Workload

Protected time to implement the Curriculum Improvement Cycle.
Lead Teacher posts in every secondary school and subject area.
Workload Impact Assessments for all new initiatives.
A pause on further change while the CIC is rolled out.
Mental Health First Aiders in every secondary school.

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Scottish Secondary Teachers' Association @sstatradeunion.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

400+ #Secondary #School #teachers across #Scotland have already signed up to support our #ItsNotWorkloadItsStress Charter. Add your name here: bit.ly/SSTAcharter #SSTA #Education #Workload

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Scottish Secondary Teachers' Association @sstatradeunion.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Yesterday, our GS Seamus and President Monique delivered our charter for #Secondary school teachers to Government. 🙌 400+ members have backed our #ItsNotWorkloadItsStress charter. ✍️ Add your name: bit.ly/SSTAcharter #SSTA #Education #Workload #Scotland #Teachers

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Scottish Secondary Teachers' Association @sstatradeunion.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Today, we're taking our charter for secondary school teachers to the heart of Government. Our charter is built from the results of our recent member survey. Read, share & sign up to support our charter: bit.ly/SSTAcharter #SSTA #ItsNotWorkloadItsStress #Education #Scotland #Secondary

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Scottish Secondary Teachers' Association @sstatradeunion.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

We’re the only specialist organisation dedicated to secondary teachers. Become part of our community of educators: ssta.org.uk/join-the-ssta/ #SecondaryEducation #Probationers #Placement #SurvivalGuide #EarlyCareerTeachers

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Scottish Secondary Teachers' Association @sstatradeunion.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Because when you’re starting out, having the right support can make all the difference. Download our placement survival pack here: bit.ly/SSTASurvivin... #SecondaryEducation #Probationers #Placement #SurvivalGuide #EarlyCareerTeachers

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Scottish Secondary Teachers' Association @sstatradeunion.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Over the past 2 months, we’ve been recruiting #EarlyCareerTeachers secondary teachers to join the #SSTA. Our members have drawn on years of experience to produce specialist guides designed to support teachers through placement, probation and beyond. #SecondaryEducation #Probationers #Placement

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Scottish Secondary Teachers' Association @sstatradeunion.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

The SSTA Health & Safety Survey closes Monday 27 April If you haven’t yet responded, please take a few minutes to share your experience of workload & work-related stress. A reminder email with the survey link has been sent to members today Your voice helps us push for real change

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Scottish Secondary Teachers' Association @sstatradeunion.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

The recent reports of teachers being hospitalised due to pupil violence are deeply concerning — but sadly, they will not come as a surprise to those working in Scotland’s schools.

As President of the Scottish Secondary Teachers’ Association (SSTA), I have been raising concerns about rising violence and serious disruption in our classrooms for years. I hear directly from teachers who are experiencing increasing levels of verbal abuse, physical aggression and intimidation daily. Despite repeated warnings from the profession, meaningful progress in addressing these issues has simply not materialised.
No teacher should face violence for doing their job. Schools must be safe environments for staff and pupils alike — yet too many of our members feel unsupported and exposed.
I also believe there must be serious consideration of what lies behind the figures now emerging. At the first behaviour summit organised by the Cabinet Secretary for Education and Skills, a clear warning was given that there was significant underreporting of violent incidents. We heard concerns that some local authority employers and senior managers actively discouraged staff from reporting incidents. Only accurate reporting can provide a true picture of the scale of the challenges school staff face every day.
The news reports now emerging demonstrate the level and seriousness of the issue that many in the profession believe has been minimised or overlooked for too long. This raises an important question about accountability and responsibility for the health, safety and wellbeing of staff.
We urgently need stronger support systems for schools, clear and consistent consequences for violent behaviour, and sustained investment in the resources required to support both teachers and young people effectively. Above all, we need transparency and decisive action to restore safe and respectful learning environments in Scotland’s schools.
The safety and wellbeing of teachers cannot continue to be overlooked.
Monique Dreon-Goold
SSTA President

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Scottish Secondary Teachers' Association @sstatradeunion.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

Brave the big talk this #TimeToTalkDay. Opening up about our mental health can be the first step towards getting help. If you or someone you care about needs support, visit mind.org.uk/TimeToTalkDay #TimeToTalk

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Scottish Secondary Teachers' Association @sstatradeunion.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

SSTA Ballot on Industrial Action RETURN YOUR BALLOT PAPER If you haven’t already done so, please return your ballot paper as soon as possible! The ballot closes on Friday 23rd January.

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Scottish Secondary Teachers' Association @sstatradeunion.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

SSTA MUST DELIVER THE TEACHER WORKLOAD BALLOT The fight to reduce teacher workload has reached a critical moment. A strong turnout & decisive YES vote will send a clear & unmistakable message: Teachers are demanding real, meaningful action on workload—now ssta.org.uk/ssta-must-de...

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Scottish Secondary Teachers' Association @sstatradeunion.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

Statutory Ballot on Industrial Action Just over a week remains to return your postal ballot. Every vote matters! A strong result = a strong message: The Scottish Government must deliver on its promise to reduce teacher workload. 📮 Return your ballot now!

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Scottish Secondary Teachers' Association @sstatradeunion.bsky.social · 15/12/2025

SSTA BALLOT ON INDUSTRIAL ACTION – VOTE YES TO BOTH QUESTIONS! Your voice matters. Your vote makes a difference. Why vote YES? - Strengthen our collective voice. - Secure better conditions for teachers. - Show solidarity across Scotland. Ballot closes: Friday 23 January '26

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Scottish Secondary Teachers' Association @sstatradeunion.bsky.social · 18/08/2025

Scotland’s only specialist union for Secondary Teachers If you wish your views as a secondary teacher to be fully represented, there is only one union you can join. - Free Membership for PGDE Students & NQTs - 50% off membership fees for new members ssta.org.uk/join

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Scottish Secondary Teachers' Association @sstatradeunion.bsky.social · 15/08/2025

SNCT Pay Claim 2025–2026 – ‘Late Again’ Scottish teaching unions have expressed their frustration over the lack of progress in pay negotiations. As a result, the deadline to implement higher salaries by the start of August has been missed. ssta.org.uk/member-bulle...

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Scottish Secondary Teachers' Association @sstatradeunion.bsky.social · 12/08/2025

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Scottish Secondary Teachers' Association @sstatradeunion.bsky.social · 10/05/2025

"We wouldn't let our young people into a chemistry class without goggles - why are we sending them into an AI world without the right toolkit?" Motion I passed unanimously

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Scottish Secondary Teachers' Association @sstatradeunion.bsky.social · 10/05/2025

Amendment to Motion G from Education Committee passed. Changed 'workload' to 'work-related stress' - a powerful shift that better reflects the reality that our members are facing and strengthens the Motions impact #sstacongress25

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Scottish Secondary Teachers' Association @sstatradeunion.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

We can't afford to lose the next generation of high quality teachers due to work related stress and lack of support #sstacongress25

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Scottish Secondary Teachers' Association @sstatradeunion.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

Motion B proposed by Catherine Nicol: Congress calls for two weeks paid leave for both parents affected by miscarriage prior to 24 weeks and paid leave for staff undergoing fertility treatment - passed unanimously

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Scottish Secondary Teachers' Association @sstatradeunion.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

Emergency Motion from our Equalities Committee passed unanimously

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Scottish Secondary Teachers' Association @sstatradeunion.bsky.social · 23/01/2025

Scotland’s only specialist union for Secondary Teachers If you wish your views as a secondary teacher to be fully represented, there is only one union you can join. - Free Membership for PGDE Students & NQTs. - 50% off membership fees for new members Join the SSTA www.ssta.org.uk/join

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Scottish Secondary Teachers' Association @sstatradeunion.bsky.social · 17/01/2025

SSTA School Reps Briefing - Wednesday 22 January at 5.00 pm Online briefing for new school reps and members wanting to reduce workload. The briefing will give guidance on cutting teacher bureaucracy, reducing stress and workload. Reserve your place at ssta.org.uk/events/schoo...

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