Navigating the complexities of industrial relations (IR) and human resources (HR) is one of the biggest challenges for childcare providers. As an Australian Childcare Alliance Qld member, you don’t have to do it alone.
We are proud to partner with Australian Business Lawyers & Advisors (ABLA) to provide our members with industry-leading legal and workplace advice. ABLA are specialists in the Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) sector, ensuring you receive advice that is not only legally sound but commercially practical.
Expert Support through ABLA
Our partnership with ABLA provides Principal Members with a comprehensive suite of tools to maintain compliance and manage their workforce effectively.
Your ABLA Membership Benefits include:
- Workplace Advice Line: Direct access to specialized workplace advisers for guidance on awards, leave entitlements, performance management, and disciplinary matters.
- The ABLA Portal: A dedicated online resource hub featuring:
- Modern Award Summaries: Easy-to-read versions of the Children’s Services Award and the Educational Services (Schools) General Staff Award.
- Wage & Allowance Tables: Always up-to-date, ensuring you never miss a Fair Work Commission wage increase.
- HR Template Library: Professional contracts, policy documents, and letter templates (e.g., warnings, redundancies, and terminations).
- Sector-Specific Briefings: Exclusive webinars and alerts on legislative changes, such as the Worker Retention Payment (WRP) and Fair Work Act amendments.
- Discounted Legal Representation: Should a matter escalate, members receive preferential rates for ABLA’s legal services, including representation in the Fair Work Commission.
Why ABLA?
ABLA is not just a generalist law firm; they are the experts behind many of the landmark cases in the ECEC sector. By moving our support to ABLA, ACA Qld ensures that our members are protected by the same team that advocates for the industry at a national level.
Exclusive Member-Only Resources
In addition to ABLA’s legal support, ACA Qld provides local expertise through our ‘Members Only’ portal:
- QLD Compliance Guides: Specific guidance on Queensland-specific regulations, including Blue Card requirements and state-funded Kindergarten programs.
- Worker Retention Payment (WRP) Tools: Access to our specialized calculators and implementation guides to manage the 15% wage uplift and funding requirements.
- Operational Advice: Assistance with interpreting the National Law and Regulations, staffing ratios, and qualification requirements.
Educator Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
A supported team is a stable team. ACA Qld members can access the ACA/TELUS Health EAP at a heavily subsidized industry rate of just $27 + GST per staff member. This provides your team with 24/7 mental health support, video counseling, and a dedicated Nurse Hotline.
Access Your Benefits
Current Members: To access the ABLA Workplace Advice Line or the document portal, please log in to the [ACA QLD Member Portal] or contact our office for the code.
Not an ACA QLD Member? Ensure your service is protected by the best legal minds in the industry. Join ACA QLD today to unlock ABLA support and a wide range of other member benefits.
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Contact Us: P: 07 3808 2366 E: qld@childcarealliance.org.au