Principals fear being ‘set up for investigation’ – 23 May 2016.
Our Chief Executive talks with The Educator.
http://www.educatoronline.com.au/news/principals-fear-being-set-up-for-investigation-216429.aspx
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- Protect your career, reputation and wallet with fully funded legal support provided by our highly experienced legal team.
- We focus exclusively on school and preschool leadership to give you advocacy without compromise.
- Our membership is excellent value for money compared to other sources. Membership fees are $34.03 per fortnight and are tax deductible.
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Testimonials
SASSLA
Without the support of SASSLA I would not have stayed connected to and be continuing in my chosen and much loved career. It is so important that Principals have the full support and confidence of the Department. My very public legal case highlighted the fragility of the system when support and confidence dissipates in the face of political interference, media attacks and intolerance. SASSLA gave me support and encouragement during a very difficult time and when it seemed that no-one else would listen
Sue Burtenshaw, Principal
SASSLA
Without the support of SASSLA I would not have stayed connected to and be continuing in my chosen and much loved career. It is so important that Principals have the full support and confidence of the Department. My very public legal case highlighted the fragility of the system when support and confidence dissipates in the face of political interference, media attacks and intolerance. SASSLA gave me support and encouragement during a very difficult time and when it seemed that no-one else would listen
Sue Burtenshaw, Principal
SASSLA
I see my SASSLA membership as a type of insurance policy. It’s my support network to fall back on in possible times of crisis. Knowing that I have legal assistance a phone call away and financial assistance with legal costs gives me peace of mind. It’s reassuring to know that I have genuine peer support now and throughout my future career.
Ilia Tsoutouras, Principal
SASSLA
Whilst other associations and the Department talk about leader well-being, it has only been SASSLA who has provided the care, concern and professional guidance for me over the past two years. As leaders we often hear of others enduring stressful times and it is easy to gossip, dismiss or think it won’t happen to us and walk away. I hope no-one has to endure what I have, but if you do, you can’t afford not to belong to SASSLA.
Lynne-Maree Hastings, Principal
SASSLA
As a principal, we can find ourselves in circumstances beyond that which we expected or are prepared for. One such event occurred to me creating much concern and pressure. Fortunately, SASSLA was there ensuring a positive outcome which has seen me back doing what I love; educating our state's future.
Travis Bartlett, Principal
SASSLA
From time to time Principals and leaders alike can be presented with challenges or matters within education which can only be resolved with legal advice and/or representation. I was fortunate enough to be a member of SASSLA when I needed legal representation. The SASSLA team not only helped with providing me access to their legal advisors; they also made regular contact with me, providing much needed moral support and professional advice. Thanks SASSLA
Stuart Miller, Principal
SASSLA
SASSLA is the sounding board school leaders need. It is unfortunate that principals and other leaders need this type of protection but when needed it is efficient, supportive and acted on in a timely manner. SASSLA provides a highly confidential service through email, phone conversations or site visits. This organisation provides independent legal advice for a group of educators who experience common issues and are open to litigation.
Mary Asikas, Principal
SASSLA
Joining SASSLA has afforded me the greatest level of professional support I could possibly have hoped for. It provided me the opportunity to be heard meaningfully and with the assumption of good intent. The Association has shown great expertise in both legal and departmental processes, as well as holding clear understandings about management and site context. I will continue to appreciate their professional network and membership.
Betty Elsworthy, Preschool Director
