The ELRC Collective Agreement 3 of 2018: Understanding Its Importance
As an educator or employee in the education sector, it`s crucial to understand the details of the Collective Agreement 3 of 2018 proposed by the Education Labour Relations Council (ELRC).
What Is the ELRC Collective Agreement 3 of 2018?
The ELRC Collective Agreement 3 of 2018 is a legally binding agreement between the Department of Basic Education and various public sector unions, including the South African Democratic Teachers` Union (SADTU), the National Professional Teachers` Organisation of South Africa (NAPTOSA), and the Professional Educators` Union (PEU).
The agreement covers terms and conditions of employment for education sector employees, including salary increases, working hours, and leave entitlements.
Why Is the Collective Agreement 3 of 2018 Important?
The Collective Agreement 3 of 2018 was essential for ensuring that education sector employees received fair compensation, benefits, and working conditions. After numerous negotiations between the government and public sector unions, the final agreement put in place measures to address many workers` grievances. It offered greater job security, better working conditions, and improved benefits.
Some of the notable provisions of the agreement include:
1. Salary Increases
The Collective Agreement 3 of 2018 set out salary increases for education sector employees for three years, from 2018 to 2020. The agreement stated that the annual salary increase would range from 7% to 10%, depending on an employee`s salary level.
2. Leave Entitlements
The agreement also addressed employees` leave entitlements and provided for the following:
* 30 days` annual leave for those on a 12-month service contract.
* 35 days` annual leave for those who are 60 years of age or older or have served for 10 years or more.
* Five days` family responsibility leave per annum.
* 10 days` sick leave per annum.
3. Working Hours
The Collective Agreement 3 of 2018 also addressed issues surrounding working hours. It stipulated that an employee`s daily working hours should not exceed seven hours, while weekly working hours should not exceed 35 hours.
Conclusion
The ELRC Collective Agreement 3 of 2018 was a significant win for education sector employees in South Africa. It helped to address grievances around compensation, benefits, and working conditions. It is crucial that educators and other education sector employees familiarize themselves with the details of this agreement to ensure that they understand their rights and benefits.