In Ceuta, as is well known from previous articles, the topic of the Teaching is managed by the Ministry of EducationThis year, the public offer for secondary school teachers has been scarce, being described by many as "meager". Of the 65 positions initially requested by the unions, only between 4 and 5 positions have been offered, which has generated an intense debate between the different union organisations.
The CCOO Union advocates holding competitive examinations, despite the limited number of vacancies, arguing that every job opportunity should be taken advantage of. On the other hand, Other unions such as UGT They consider that this offer is insufficient and that the most appropriate thing would be to cancel the competitive examination process, since they consider that it makes no sense to compete for so few positions.
The situation of the competitive examinations in Ceuta: should we take advantage or wait?
The main problem raised by some unions that are calling for the cancellation of the competitions is that Ministry of Education It cannot guarantee that the vacancies not offered this year will be added to the offer for the next academic year. In addition, there is no certainty that a public employment offer will be announced next year, which would worsen the expectations of applicants.
Given this scenario, many candidates must choose between participating in a competitive examination this year with a minimum offer of places or hoping that next year there will be a greater offer. As the saying goes, "a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush"This year may be the only opportunity available for many, and sometimes it is better to make the most of what you have, even if it is not ideal.
Recent vacancies in Ceuta and Melilla
According to the Official State Gazette (BOE) No. 63 of March 15, 2024, a new regulation has been published Call for applications for teaching positions in the autonomous cities of Ceuta and Melilla under the competitive examination system.
The application period will remain open until April 17, 2024, and the selection tests will begin in the second half of June of the same year. The places are distributed in several specialties, although The offer remains limited compared to the demand for new teachers in these regions.
It is important to note that the number of places available in public education is linked to the approval of budgets and the educational needs of each city. In a context of lower public investment, the number of places available may be limited, as has happened this year in Ceuta.
Deadlines and expectations for the calls planned for 2025
Despite the shortage of places offered this year, A broader call for applications is expected for 2025, with a forecast of 90 teaching positions for Secondary Education. The unions have insisted on the need for the Ministry of Education Plan your applications with more advance notice and better communication to avoid last-minute surprises, such as this year's low supply.
Many opponents are already preparing for this call, although Uncertainty remains a constant in the educational field in Ceuta, where the number of places depends on multiple factors, including political agreements and budget availability.
Despite everything, the general recommendation for applicants is don't let any opportunity pass you by, however small it may be, since the oppositions in Ceuta may not have the expected periodicity.
As seen in other autonomous cities, changes in the number and type of places offered can vary from one year to the next. The number of registrations can also fluctuate, so it is essential to be well informed and prepared to adapt to the circumstances.
Although the number of places available in Ceuta in recent years has been insufficient to meet educational needs, taking part in the competitive examinations, even when opportunities are few, can be the key to obtaining a place in public education in the future.