Teachers in Lamwo district have been urged to take greater responsibility for their employment records, attendance and professional conduct as education officials move to address administrative challenges affecting the teaching workforce.

The call was made during a meeting of primary school headteachers, Directors of Studies and education stakeholders at Childcare Padibe Primary School at the close of Term Two.

Lamwo District Personnel Officer Harriet Charity Okeny told education managers that teachers should regularly verify their employment information and ensure that school attendance records are accurately maintained.

Okeny said attendance records are becoming increasingly important in the processing of teachers’ salaries, urging headteachers to ensure monthly attendance information is properly recorded and submitted.

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She also encouraged teachers to generate and check their payslips through the government Human Capital Management system.

Teachers were advised to verify key details, including their appointment dates and dates of birth, to avoid problems arising from incorrect information.

The personnel officer further addressed concerns about hardship allowances, advising teachers who believe they qualify but are not receiving the allowance to follow the appropriate procedures and report their cases to the district authorities.

Teachers who have not yet been confirmed in service were also reminded to complete the required procedures. Okeny encouraged all staff to undertake regular performance appraisals as part of their professional development and accountability.

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The Lamwo District Education Officer Langoya Banabas, said Lamwo plans to assess its available wage space with the Ministry of Public Service before recruiting additional classroom teachers and deputy headteachers.

Langoya said beyond administrative matters, teachers were encouraged to maintain good conduct, support colleagues and remain mindful of mental health challenges within the teaching profession.

Officials said being a public officer carries responsibilities both inside and outside the classroom, with professional conduct expected to contribute to better school management and improved services to learners.