Nominations for five Board Member positions open Monday 2 November 2026 and close on Friday 4 December 2026 at 12.00noon. This is your chance to be actively involved as a Board Member in shaping the strategic direction of SASSLA.

SASSLA is thrilled to announce the appointment of Kathryn Bruggemann as Chief Executive, commencing on 18 January 2027.

SASSLA has officially released it’s Future Directions 2026 – 2028. This document provides an ambitious program of work over a three-year planning cycle that will deliver benefits to our members and in turn support a successful public education system.

Any serious injury sustained by an educator as a result of criminal conduct, or from being placed in a dangerous situation at work, must be covered by the Additional Compensation Scheme. We continue to support education leaders who have experienced stalking and physical abuse, yet many are left without weekly compensation entitlements after two years while it is unsafe or detrimental for them to return to work.

SASSLA and SAPPA have jointly prepared a School-Based Preschool Report 2026 to better understand the current realities of school-based preschools and identify policy opportunities to support their continued development.

In today’s cost of living crisis, many people are concerned about the best way to continue receiving income while dealing with a work-related injury. If you’re in this situation, you might wonder whether to continue using any sick leave you may have accrued or if you should lodge a workers compensation claim.

Unfortunately there are times when SASSLA members might find themselves the subject of a misconduct disciplinary investigation.