Get Tr160 Form

Completing the Tr160 Form is an important step for teachers notifying their maternity absence. This guide will provide clear, step-by-step instructions to help users fill out the form accurately online, ensuring compliance with necessary regulations.

Follow the steps to complete the Tr160 Form effectively.

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to access and open the Tr160 Form in your online document editor.
2. In Part A, begin by indicating your expected date of confinement. Make sure to attach Form MB1 or any other relevant medical documentation.
3. Next, specify the start date of your absence from teaching duties. It's crucial to fill this out correctly as it marks the beginning of your maternity leave.
4. In this section, you need to declare your intention regarding your return to teaching. Select either to return after confinement by providing a date or to resign, specifying your resignation date. Note that if you prefer not to state a date, it will be assumed you intend to take your full leave entitlement.
5. Select how you wish to be paid during your absence. Choose between the current Teachers’ Occupational Maternity Leave Scheme or the Social Security Contributions and Benefits Act.
6. If you are claiming under the Teachers’ Occupational Maternity Leave Scheme, acknowledge that you understand the requirement to return to work for a period of 13 weeks to avoid repayment of salary.
7. Sign and date the form, providing your TR number and the name of your school or institution at the designated areas in Part A.
8. Forward the completed form to your Principal, who will fill out Part B, confirming compliance with regulations and forwarding it to the Chair of the Board of Governors for signature.
9. Once signed by the Chair of the Board of Governors, ensure that the form is sent to the Department of Education within one week of receipt.
10. After submission, ensure you keep a copy of the form and any attached documents for your records. You may also save your changes, download a copy, or print the form as needed.

Complete your Tr160 Form online today to ensure compliance and secure your maternity leave benefits.