Ministry of Education and unions discuss new teacher appointment system

Minister Michaelidou is engaged in ongoing consultations with trade union representatives concerning a new legislative framework for teacher appointments. As of October 21, 2026, the Ministry of Education is in the final stages of drafting a law, which is expected to be submitted to the Council of Ministers in the near future. The dialogue seeks to establish a more efficient and transparent procedure for staff placements.

Teachers eligible for permanent positions have expressed support for the general direction of the proposal but are demanding an acceleration of recruitment processes. On October 22, 2026, representatives submitted a set of formal recommendations to address remaining bureaucratic hurdles. The primary objective for all parties is to resolve these pending issues to ensure that staff assignments are completed effectively within the current school year, balancing the Ministry’s legislative requirements with the teachers' concerns regarding fairness and timeliness.