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Non-teaching staff in GES form new group,Association of Non-Teaching Staff  Ghana, break away from TEWU

In a significant development within Ghana’s educational sector, a considerable number of employees under the Ghana Education Service (GES) have decided to establish a new collective, distinct from the Teachers and Educational Workers Union (TEWU).

This new entity, known as the Association of Non-Teaching Staff, has been formed to better represent and cater to the unique needs of non-teaching personnel across the country.

Currently boasting over 3,000 members, the Association of Non-Teaching Staff is pursuing official recognition from the GES as well as the government.

Their aim is clear: to secure a dedicated platform that can more effectively advocate for the specific concerns and aspirations of non-teaching staff within Ghana’s education framework.

The impetus for creating this new association stemmed from a growing realization of insufficient representation at various levels within the existing union structures.

Members felt that their specific issues and challenges were not being adequately addressed, particularly with TEWU’s focus predominantly leaning towards issues at the tertiary education level.

Daniel Mensah, the general secretary of the new association, articulated the sentiments driving this move.

“We have observed that TEWU is primarily focused on the tertiary level, and we needed to define our stand within the education sector,” he stated.

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This sentiment resonates with many non-teaching staff who believe that their concerns have not been fully represented or understood under the current union framework.

With the establishment of the Association of Non-Teaching Staff, there is a strong focus on ensuring that the voices of non-teaching personnel are not only heard but also acted upon.

“By establishing this association, we aim to ensure that the voices and concerns of non-teaching staff are heard and understood by the government and relevant authorities,” Mensah emphasized.

The association plans to engage proactively with both the GES and governmental bodies to address a variety of critical issues.

These include improving employment conditions, ensuring equitable career progression opportunities, and enhancing the overall well-being of non-teaching staff.

Such initiatives are essential for creating a more motivated and efficient workforce, which, in turn, can significantly impact the quality of education within the country.

Furthermore, the Association of Non-Teaching Staff intends to collaborate with other educational stakeholders to drive systemic changes that can benefit the entire educational ecosystem.

From advocating for better health and safety measures in schools to ensuring fair and timely remuneration, the association is poised to play a crucial role in shaping the future of educational support roles in Ghana.

The creation of the Association of Non-Teaching Staff marks a bold step towards more inclusive representation for all workers within the education sector.

It underscores a commitment to addressing the often-overlooked needs of those who play vital roles in supporting educational institutions but do not have teaching positions.

As this new association moves forward, it heralds a potentially transformative era for non-teaching staff, ensuring their contributions are acknowledged and valued within Ghana’s educational landscape.

With dedicated representation, the new Association is set to advocate effectively for improvements that can lead to a more equitable and efficient education system.

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The General Secretary of the Teachers and Educational Workers’ Union (TEWU), Mr. Mark Dankyira Korankye, has voiced concerns on the decline in employment opportunities for non-teaching staff at the nation’s Senior High Schools (SHS).

He claimed that because their non-teaching colleagues were hired on a regular basis and their teaching counterparts were not, the non-teaching workers were overworked and overwhelmed in the classrooms.

In order to handle the increasing number of pupils enrolled in the Free SHS program, more non-teaching staff members need to be hired.

At the 13th Quadrennial National Delegates Conference of the TEWU, which took place at the Pentecost Convention Center in Gomoa Fetteh, Central Region, Mr. Korankye made this statement.

The election of new national executives to head the Union will be the culmination of the event, which has as its topic “Fostering Partnership for Equitable Educational Delivery in Ghana: The Role of TEWU.”

According to Mr. Korankye, the topic brought attention to the necessity of a collaborative effort between teaching and non-teaching personnel, with each function being clearly defined, respected, and utilized to raise the standard of education for every child in Ghana.

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He said that by fostering an environment that is supportive and conducive to teaching and learning in schools, non-teaching staff members made a significant contribution to the advancement of education.

He claimed that although non-teaching staff members’ efforts were sometimes disregarded, they were essential to the survival of educational institutions because they kept teachers and students concentrated on their job in a safe, supportive environment.

Mr. Korankye demanded that non-teaching staff members at schools have no safe and comfortable place to work, particularly the kitchen staff, as some of them were subjected to hazardous working conditions that negatively impacted their general well-being and health.

We care deeply about providing a favorable work environment for our culinary crew.

The majority of our kitchen staff still cooks for our pupils using firewood, which emits smoke, even in this day and age. They’re getting cancer and passing away every day,” he remarked.

Mr. Korankye implored the Government to attend to their welfare conditions and professional development allowances in addition to paying their pension funds on time.

The Minister of Education was represented by Dr. Christian Addai-Poku, President of the National Teaching Council, who stated that talks had started to guarantee better working conditions as well as possibilities for teachers and non-teaching personnel to grow their capacities and receive training.

“The government is committed to elevating the status of education support staff and utilizing your combined knowledge and assets to strengthen our joint endeavors in attaining educational parity in Ghana.”

“We can overcome obstacles, seize opportunities, and build a brighter future for all Ghanaian children and educational workers by working together in a spirit of partnership and mutual respect,” he continued.

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