The ScotsmanMedia coverage · 12 Aug 2026fewer pathways into permanent positions for teachers who have already demonstrated years of commitment and service
Experienced temporary teachers began lobbying MSPs over fears the SNP's pledged three-year guaranteed placement for new teachers (the Teacher Jobs Guarantee) would squeeze their route to permanent posts; FOI papers show ministers still considering it.
People named: Mairi McAllan, Katherine Sangster, Meghan Gallacher
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fewer pathways into permanent positions for teachers who have already demonstrated years of commitment and service
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- SNP three year teacher guarantee 'could increase insecurity for experienced staff'
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- 24 Sept 2026
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