Ireland Revised Pay for School Secretaries and Bus Escorts from 1 June 2026 (Ireland, June 2026)
Circular 0061/2026 revised salaries for school secretaries previously grant funded and bus escorts from 1 June 2026. The update was made under the Public Service Agreement 2024-2026.
Circular 0061/2026 revised salaries for school secretaries previously grant funded and bus escorts from 1 June 2026. The update was made under the Public Service Agreement 2024-2026.
What Changed?
Pay rates for school secretaries previously grant funded and bus escorts were increased from 1 June 2026.
Old System vs New System
The affected staff were paid under the rates that applied before the June 2026 public service pay phase.
Schools and payroll administrators must apply the revised pay rates from 1 June 2026 for the covered school secretaries and bus escorts.
Who Is Affected?
Student Impact
Students are not directly affected by a rule change, but bus escorts and school secretaries support daily access, administration and safe school operations.
Parent / Family Impact
Parents do not need to take action, but the change affects staff supporting school administration and transport assistance.
School / Institution Impact
Schools must ensure payroll records and payments for covered secretaries and bus escorts reflect the June 2026 revision.
Teacher / Staff Impact
Teachers are indirectly affected through the continued operation of administrative and transport support roles in schools.
Key Dates
- 2026-05-25: Circular 0061/2026 published
- 2026-06-01: revised salary rates effective.
What To Do
- Schools and payroll providers should update relevant staff pay records and verify implementation from the June 2026 effective date.
What To Watch Next
Watch for further public service pay implementation guidance and any later circulars affecting school support staff.
Global Context
Support staff pay is part of the operational infrastructure of education systems and is relevant for understanding non-teaching workforce policy.
Source Record
Source type: Circular
Source name: Department of Education and Youth - Circular 0061/2026