Circular 0021/2021, Coronavirus (COVID-19): Arrangements for Teachers and Special Needs Assistants employed in recognised Primary and Post Primary schools, has just been published.
This Circular will replace Circular 0049/2020 and also Information Note TC 0007/2021, Information Note TC 0008/2021, Information Note TC 0009/2021, Information Note TC 0010/2021 and Information Note TC 0011/2021.
Pregnant Teachers
In relation to pregnant teachers, the Department awaits clarifications on the recently published HSE guidance for the education sector. In the meantime and as referenced in Circular 0021/2021, this group of employees should continue to work from home on a temporary basis.