The Post Primary Teachers’ Association is planning a revolt against the body that registers and disciplines teachers.
At its annual conference in Wellington this week, it is asking members to approve a programme of non-cooperation should the Government go ahead with changes to the organisation currently known as the Teachers’ Council.
The changes will re-name the council as the Education Council, remove teachers’ right to elect some of its members and introduce a code of conduct.
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Hundreds of teachers and principals opposed the reforms when they were considered by the Education and Science Select Committee earlier this year, but the committee recommended only minor alterations.
The PPTA still hopes to convince the Government to back down - but if it doesn't, the union wants members' approval for a campaign. Possible measures include refusing to re-register as teachers, refusing to comply with the code of conduct, and taking industrial action.