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List of national agreements published by the Education Labour Relations Council on 12 April 2017

Listed as “12 April 2017 Pses711 16 17ec”

Education Labour Relations CouncilRef: PSES711-16/17EC

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Source domain: elrc.org.za

Collected on 22 August 2026

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What this means

This document is a list of national agreements published by the Education Labour Relations Council on 12 April 2017. It includes various policies and frameworks related to educator qualifications, voting rights, quality management systems, employment conversions, and industrial relations. The agreements are available for public access through the ELRC website and are ongoing in effect.

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quality management systemOngoing

Quality Management System (QMS) for School-Based Educators

A quality assurance framework for school-based educators, setting standards for performance and accountability.

Who it is for
school-based educators
How to act on it
Access the full agreement on the ELRC website to learn about implementation and compliance.
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No. 2 of 2020 – QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (QMS) FOR SCHOOL-BASED EDUCATORS
qualification upgrade policyOngoing

Upgrading of the Qualifications

This agreement outlines the process and criteria for upgrading qualifications within the education sector, affecting educators who meet specific requirements.

Who it is for
educators seeking qualification upgrades
How to act on it
Access the full agreement via the ELRC website for details on eligibility and application procedures.
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No. 2 of 2025 – UPGRADING OF THE QUALIFICATIONS
collective agreementOngoing

Collective Agreement

A binding agreement between employers and trade unions in the education sector covering terms of employment and workplace conditions.

Who it is for
employers and trade unions in education
How to act on it
Access the full agreement via the ELRC website to review terms and obligations.
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No. 2 of 2022 – COLLECTIVE AGREEMENT
constitutional amendmentOngoing

Amendment of the ELRC Constitution

Updates to the constitution of the Education Labour Relations Council to reflect new governance norms and procedural changes.

Who it is for
ELRC members and stakeholders
How to act on it
Read the full document on the ELRC website to understand the amended constitutional provisions.
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No. 1 of 2021 – AMENDMENT OF THE ELRC CONSTITUTION
voting rights allocationOngoing

Vote Weights for Trade Unions That Are Parties to Council (2022)

Current distribution of voting rights among trade unions participating in the ELRC council.

Who it is for
trade unions party to the ELRC
How to act on it
View the full document on the ELRC website to confirm current vote weights.
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No. 1 of 2022 – VOTE WEIGHTS FOR THE TRADE UNIONS THAT ARE PARTIES TO COUNCIL
quality management system updateOngoing

Addendum to QMS for School-Based Education Therapists

An addendum to the quality management system for school-based education therapists, defining updated standards and operational guidelines.

Who it is for
school-based education therapists
How to act on it
Download the full document from the ELRC website to access the updated QMS framework.
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No. 3 of 2024 – ADDENDUM TO No. 2 OF 2024: QMS FOR SCHOOL-BASED EDUCATION THERAPISTS
employment conversion policyOngoing

Appointment and Conversion of Temporary Educators

Guidelines and procedures for appointing and converting temporary educators into permanent positions within the education sector.

Who it is for
temporary educators
How to act on it
Refer to the full agreement on the ELRC website for eligibility and application steps.
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No. 2 of 2024 – THE APPOINTMENT AND CONVERSION OF TEMPORARY EDUCATORS
voting rights allocationOngoing

Vote Weights for Trade Unions That Are Parties to Council (2024)

Updated vote weight distribution for trade unions involved in the council, ensuring representation based on membership size.

Who it is for
trade unions party to the ELRC
How to act on it
Access the full agreement via the ELRC website to determine current vote weights.
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No. 1 of 2024 – VOTE WEIGHTS FOR THE TRADE UNIONS THAT ARE PARTIES OF COUNCIL
voting rights allocationOngoing

Vote Weights for Trade Unions That Are Parties to Council

This agreement establishes the voting power distribution among trade unions participating in the Education Labour Relations Council.

Who it is for
trade unions party to the ELRC
How to act on it
Review the full document on the ELRC website to understand vote weight allocations.
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No. 1 OF 2025 – VOTE WEIGHTS FOR THE TRADE UNIONS THAT ARE PARTIES TO COUNCIL
job description standardOngoing

Job Descriptions for Office-Based Educators

Standardized job descriptions for office-based educators, clarifying roles, responsibilities, and performance expectations.

Who it is for
office-based educators
How to act on it
Access the full document on the ELRC website to view role specifications.
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No. 4 of 2017 – JOB DESCRIPTIONS FOR OFFICE-BASED EDUCATORS
funding allocationOngoing

FTSS Funds for Labour Management Partnership

Allocation and use of funds from the Fund for Trade Union Services for collaboration between labour and management in education.

Who it is for
labour and management partners in education
How to act on it
Consult the full agreement on the ELRC website for fund usage rules and application processes.
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No. 3 of 2022 – FTSS FUNDS FOR LABOUR MANAGEMENT PARTNERSHIP
service delivery frameworkOngoing

Education Management Services (EMS)

Framework governing the provision of education management services by external providers in schools.

Who it is for
schools and EMS providers
How to act on it
Review the full agreement on the ELRC website for service standards and contractual terms.
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No. 3 of 2017 – EDUCATION MANAGEMENT SERVICES (EMS)
constitutional amendmentOngoing

Amendments to Part C of the ELRC Constitution

Changes to the constitutional structure of the Education Labour Relations Council, specifically Part C, affecting governance procedures.

Who it is for
members of the ELRC and affiliated trade unions
How to act on it
Review the full text on the ELRC website to understand the revised constitutional provisions.
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No. 1 of 2023 – AMENDMENTS TO PART C OF THE ELRC CONSTITUTION
industrial action regulationOngoing

Picketing Rules

Regulations governing lawful picketing activities by trade unions in the education sector.

Who it is for
trade unions and educational institutions
How to act on it
Access the full agreement on the ELRC website to understand legal picketing procedures.
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No. 1 of 2017 – PICKETING RULES

Facts

Reference

PSES711-16/17EC

Key Takeaways

  • 12 April 2017
  • PSES711-16/17EC
  • Education Labour Relations Council
  • No. 2 of 2025
  • No. 1 of 2025
  • No. 3 of 2024
  • No. 2 of 2024
  • No. 1 of 2024
  • No. 1 of 2023
  • No. 3 of 2022
  • No. 2 of 2022
  • No. 1 of 2022
  • No. 1 of 2021
  • No. 2 of 2020
  • No. 1 of 2020
  • No. 4 of 2017
  • No. 3 of 2017
  • No. 1 of 2017
  • Education Labour Relations Council