QA and
Members’ matters
The team in Member Assist answers some of members’ most commonly asked questions
with Member Assist
Q
Can you bring forward long service leave (LSL) but receive fewer days? My LSL accrues in Term 4 next year but I really need it in Term 1.
A
No, you must accrue the full entitlement.
Q
Can a contracted employee hold payout of accrued LSL when their contract ends in case they get another fixed term or permanent position in the following six months?
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How many days of LSL can we bank, i.e. not have to use within the two years? Five days.
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Can LSL be partially paid out? Do you have to wait until the end of two years?
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Know Your Rights
KYR
Clause 38.13(a) states “An employee may by agreement with their employer, cash out any portion of an accrued entitlement to long service leave.”
Yes, you can. The Award allows for this, as breaks of up to six months
are not considered breaks in service.
Q
Can a mix of contracts and casual/relief be combined for LSL?
A
Yes. The Award allows for part time or casual employees to accrue LSL entitlements at the same rate as a full-time employee but paid on a pro-rata basis.
Q A
A complete entitlement can be taken on full pay or half pay. Pro-rata LSL can be taken at half, full or double pay.
I have reached the magic age where I can get LSL pro-rata. How do I access it as it does not show on my pay slip?
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You need to check with your payroll officer what entitlement you have
of pro-rata LSL and when you can access this leave.
Can we take LSL on half pay?
Is the LSL for casual employees going to be backdated?
The Department of Education is getting advice on this matter and will inform those affected in due course as to the decision.
Have a question? A full compilation of Know Your Rights information sheets are available on the SSTUWA website and app. Schools: sstuwa.org.au/schoolsKYR | TAFE: visit sstuwa.org.au/TAFEkyr You can also speak with your union rep and contact Member Assist: (08) 9210 6060 | 1800 106 683 | memberassist@sstuwa.org.au
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