Unity and Strength
- You stand with 60,000 fellow teachers, all seeking a better working life
- The magnitude of the membership provides a strong power base to influence the future of the profession
Support
- Access confidential advice about your rights and entitlements from experienced Officers and staff in the Professional Support team. Call 1300 654 369 or send an email
- Elected Federation Representatives and Women’s Contacts can provide advice and assistance. You can also contact your Organiser on 1300 654 369 for support
Knowledge
- Access up-to date information and advice on working conditions and entitlements in the members’ area of Federation’s website
- The Trade Union Training unit and Centre for Professional Learning offer a range of courses, conferences and seminars to develop your skills and knowledge
- Federation’s journal, Education, keeps you informed about developments in education, union activities and member services
- The Journal of Professional Learning (JPL) supports your teaching and professional practice
- The library has a wide range of resources to support your professional development needs, which can be posted to you on request
Advocacy
- Federation negotiates with your employer to improve your salaries and working conditions
- Your union works to enforce your rights and entitlements
- You can seek assistance to protect your employment rights in legal matters. Call 1300 654 369 or send an email
Opportunities to discuss issues affecting your profession
- Federation meetings at your workplace
- Your local teachers’ association meetings
- Special Interest Groups
- Restricted Committees, Council and Executive (elected positions)
Allied products and services
- Discounts on a wide range of products and services via Ambassador Card
- Your Federation membership entitles you to join Teachers Health, a private health insurance fund offering hospitals and extras cover. Teachers Health Centres offer dental and eyecare services
- Teachers Mutual Bank services available to Federation members include loans, savings accounts, term deposits, credit cards and insurance.