Determinations
Formal determinations issued by the Teaching Service Commission under the Teaching Service Act, governing teacher appointments, classifications, and service conditions across Papua New Guinea.
Vacant Base Level Positions for Teacher Upskilling
This determination outlines the allocation and management of vacant base-level teaching positions to be utilised for the upskilling and professional development of serving teachers. It establishes the criteria under which teachers may be placed into these positions temporarily to undertake formal qualification upgrades, ensuring continued service delivery while enabling career advancement across the national teaching service.
Creation, Reclassifying & Abolishing of Schools of Excellence Positions
This determination addresses the structural reform of Schools of Excellence by providing the framework for creating new positions, reclassifying existing roles to reflect updated responsibilities and remuneration levels, and abolishing positions that are no longer required. It supports the Commission's mandate to maintain an efficient and effective staffing structure within designated Schools of Excellence throughout Papua New Guinea.
Provisional Admission Under Section 23 of the Teaching Service Act
This determination sets out the conditions and procedures for the provisional admission of teachers into the Teaching Service under Section 23 of the Teaching Service Act. It defines eligibility requirements, the duration of the provisional period, and the obligations of both the teacher and the Commission during this phase, providing a clear pathway for newly qualified graduates and those seeking re-entry into the formal teaching service.
Teaching Service Conditions & Entitlements
This determination addresses the general conditions of service and entitlements applicable to teachers within the national Teaching Service. It covers matters relating to allowances, leave provisions, disciplinary procedures, and other employment conditions that govern the rights and responsibilities of teachers, ensuring clarity and consistency in how the Commission administers service-wide employment standards.
Teacher Appointment & Deployment Procedures
This determination establishes formal procedures for the appointment and deployment of teachers across provinces and districts in Papua New Guinea. It outlines the processes for advertising positions, assessment and selection of candidates, deployment to schools including remote and disadvantaged areas, and the Commission's role in ensuring equitable distribution of qualified teachers to meet the educational needs of all communities.
Note: These determinations are official publications of the Teaching Service Commission of Papua New Guinea. Descriptions for Determinations 4 and 5 are provisional summaries — please download and refer to the official documents for precise legal content. For enquiries, contact the TSC office directly.