Taking Leave in your first year?

Hi Chris,

I'm sure someone on the forum having the same contract like you will help you. Good Luck

Thank you for the reply.

Yes, I hope so

ChrisCul wrote:

Can I take my accrued leave during the term of this contract?

Yes, you can. Have a look at the contract again and look for the words 'during' or 'after'. But usually employees can take vacation before the completion of their contract.

ChrisCul wrote:

Would it be possible to work for 11 moths and take my vacation in my 12th month, thus reaching the end of my contract period?

In case the employer doesn't agree with the above, your contract will expire after 11 months and you'll get a free but paid month.

ChrisCul wrote:

What if I resign early, will they pay me out for my accrued leave?

Most probably 'No'.

Ty Legend

Hmm, my contract says "entitled to 30 days paid leave annually"

it does not mention 'after 12 months worked' nor 'during...'.

So, if I take my leave in my 12th month will that fulfill the obligations of my contract i.e. will I get ESB if I do that?

Ok, your contract is flexible @Chris.

Please keep your HR informed that that you'll be going for vacation in the 12th month.

Yes, you'll get the ESB.

As a teacher, you're usually locked into classes and can't take time off during those classes.

I know most of the universities here (PNU, for example) give the two EID holidays, some time between semesters, and the last month of the contract as annual leave.  You can't take leave as you'd like because of the classes you teach.

Maybe your school is different.  I hope so

Oh, one last thing:  If you resign early, you'll have to pay for your own ticket home and no 'end of service' award, of course.