The school staff will transfer to the new academy under TUPE. If the school employs its own staff, you will need to ensure you comply with your legal duties, for example, compiling accurate staffing information, locating copies of the associated employment terms and policies and conducting TUPE consultations.
Our new CTA App helps both schools and local authorities compile comprehensive schedules of transferring employees for inclusion in the Commercial Transfer Agreement.

If there is a risk of redundancies or dismissal claims, it would be wise to seek legal advice as early as possible. Our academies team includes employment specialists who are able to assist at every step.

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