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SA teacher who lost long service leave while caring for son says system disadvantages women

A break in service of just over three months to look after her baby son meant contract teacher Rachel Toyer was ineligible for long-service leave. The department has since clarified its rules, allowing for a 15-month break for parental leave.

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SA teacher who lost long service leave while caring for son says system disadvantages womenA break in service of just over three months to look after her baby son meant contract teacher Rachel Toyer was ineligible for long-service leave. The department has since clarified its rules, allowing for a 15-month break for parental leave.
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