Benefits for Schools

The benefits of using NISTR for schools are;

  • Real-time booking system and regional centralised database for all substitute teachers in Northern Ireland
  • It allows local schools to access the database 24/7 in order to book available substitute teaching cover for teacher absences
  • Centralised qualification and criminal record checks
  • GTCNI registration check
  • Easy to use and confirm bookings
  • Substitute teachers' calendars updated on confirmation of bookings
  • Provides information on previous work experience and expertise
  • No cost to schools - the register is funded centrally
  • Auto populated school calendar with summary of monthly bookings
  • Facilitates the payment of substitutes teachers

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