Download PDF Version Return to SchoolThe latest version of the revised school guidance and update to vaccination section has been issued.https://www.gov.scot/publications/coronavirus-covid-19-guidance-on-reducing-the-risks-in-schools/ The revised guidance includes: Risk assessments to be continuedEnvironmental cleaning, hand and respiratory hygiene to continueVentilation - strengthened guidance for LAs on CO2 monitoringFace coverings in communal areas and secondary classrooms to continuePhysical distancing for adults at least 1m but 2m distancing expected to remain for logistical purposesOne way systems to be continuedStaggered start and stop times/ break and…

SSTA Members’ Bulletin - 17 June 2021£400 Alternative Certification Model PaymentThe SSTA welcomes the one-off exceptional £400 payment for teachers supporting the delivery of the Alternative Certification Model for National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher qualifications in 2020/2021.Key pointsPayment Teachers in education authority schools, independent schools and grant aided schools, involved in delivery of the ACM, will receive a maximum taxable payment of £400.Funded by a Scottish Government grant to employers, schools must claim on behalf of relevant staff.Payment will…