School Staffing

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 23 October 2012

Tuesday, 23 October 2012

Ceisteanna (260)

Charlie McConalogue

Ceist:

260. Deputy Charlie McConalogue asked the Minister for Education and Skills if the increase in workload for teachers with the new Junior Certificate cycle will mean new job opportunities for unemployed teachers; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46281/12]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Education and Skills

It is not the intention that the new Junior Cycle will require extra staffing. It is about working differently rather than adding to teachers' workloads. It is not expected that the reform will lead to significant changes in teacher numbers.