I am a teacher in a private school. I was on a full-time contract that was to lead to a permanent position. My bossed initially informed she was not renewing my contract. After some discussion, she offered me a 50% contract and claimed it was because of my illnesses. I went on sick leave. Can she reduce my hours because of my sick leave? This was the first indication that anything was wrong?

If your employer is attempting to unilaterally reduce your hours of work or otherwise amend your terms of employment without your consent as a result of your illness, it could be considered discriminatory and a violation of your human rights.

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