Yes, she said that she would put the reduction in hours to the management, and see if they agree. Last year I was teaching 18 hours (to 3 different classes), and 7 hours extra support lessons to small groups. This year I am teaching 34 hours (to 8 different classes). I knew when I saw this years timetable that I would struggle.... in this school.
I wouldn't mind if I could go in to a class, settle the children down, and keep them calm enough to teach. 34 hours of that would be a pleasure.