Teachers’ Pension Scheme (PO-14500)

Ombudsman’s Determination

Outcome

Mrs R’s complaint is upheld and to put matters right the Governors should pay employer’s contributions to the TPS to cover the period 1 April 2000 to 31 August 2001, together with interest. They should also pay Mrs R £500 for distress and inconvenience.

My reasons for reaching this decision are explained in more detail below.

Complaint summary

Mrs R has complained that she was not provided with the opportunity to join the TPS when she first began teaching at the North Cheshire Jewish Primary School (the School).