Negotiating Skills Workshop

13 May 2022 10:00am–1:00pm

Online

This workshop is aimed at UNISON representatives who are involved in negotiations or who are likely to become involved in negotiations with management on policies, pay, change management, and conditions. It will help participants to: develop and practice negotiating skills be more effective team negotiators understand the process of negotiating be familiar with different styles […]

OLBA (Branch Treasurer) Training

6 May 2022 9:30am–12:30pm

Online

This course is aimed at new Branch Treasurers and Assistant Treasurers. This course will cover: An overview of the OLBA system – functionality and report Showing you how your accounts are completed. Entering your receipts and payments with help and support from course tutor(s). Completing reconciliations for your bank/savings accounts. An overview of the new […]

YODW: Dealing with Asthma in the Workplace Webinar

3 May 2022 1:00pm–2:00pm

Online Webinar

UNISON has made 2022 the Year of Disabled Workers. We want to use these 12 months to highlight the experience of our disabled members, the value they bring to our union and to the workplace, and to call for better enforcement of legal rights including the right to reasonable adjustments at work. Since the pandemic, […]

Online ERA Refresher Training

19 – 29 April 2022

Online event

By law, all workplace representatives are required to undertake training at least once every five years to keep up to date and maintain their ERA certification. The refresher course aims to update reps on new legislation which is relevant to their role and introduce new developments within UNISON. Much like a face to face course, […]

Recruitment Techniques Workshop

28 April 2022 1:00pm–2:00pm

One hour online workshop on improving UNISON member recruitment.

Confidence Skills for Black Activists

27 – 28 April 2022

TBC

This course is for Black activists who want to gain confidence, knowledge and public speaking skills This course aims to: Improve understanding of the importance of UNISON structures and how to make a difference. Give ideas and tips for addressing confidence and assertiveness issues. Raise awareness of UNISON education and development opportunities. Help to speak […]

Regional Young Members Forum

14 April 2022 5:00pm–6:30pm

Online Meeting

The Young Members Forum represents young members at a regional level, helping to develop campaigns and inform policy.

Online Organising Stewards Course

14 March – 11 April 2022

Microsoft Teams

This online course will be spread between Monday 14 March 2022 to Monday 11 April 2022. The course is a combination of fixed tutorial times and independent flexible working. There will be 5 hours of work a week (for every week of the 6 week course), inclusive of the tutorial times. There are a number […]

Regional Women’s Forum

1 – 3 April 2022

Eastbourne

The Womens Regional Forum campaign for improvements to women’s rights in the workplace and in the wider community and support campaigns aimed at improving women’s lives.

Representing Members at Virtual Hearings

18 March 2022

Online

Representing Members at Virtual Hearings This one hour workshop is aimed at stewards who are currently representing members online in Grievance or Disciplinary Hearings This workshop will cover: This course will : How to approach online hearings. Preparation for an online hearing. Communicating with the member about the case. UNISON’s representation protocols. 18 March 2022 […]

Caring for Adults (Open University Course)

17 March 2022 9:30am–1:00pm

Online

This workshop is an introductory level course aimed at those in (or considering) a care role in a variety of settings.  The workshop will cover: Good communication in care Palliative and end of life care Positive risk taking email: membereducationse@unison.co.uk for more details Outcome

Online Health & Safety Representatives Course

7 – 11 March 2022

This online course will be spread between Monday 7 March 2022 – Friday 11 March 2022 As the course involves group work and discussion, you will be expected to attend webinar based tutorials at fixed times. There are a number of other criteria which you must be able to commit to before embarking on the […]

Women’s History: Suffragettes

8 March 2022 1:00pm–2:00pm

Webinar

Learn about the women who fought for our right to vote, and discuss why they are still relevant to women in UNISON today. To sign up please email your membership number to: membereducationse@union.co.uk   Outcome

Regional Young Members Forum

7 March 2022 12:30pm–1:30pm

Online Meeting

The Young Members Forum represents young members at a regional level, helping to develop campaigns and inform policy.

Understanding Access to Work

4 March 2022 1:00pm–2:00pm

Webinar

Learn more about Access to Work. It is a publicly funded employment support programme that aims to help more disabled people start or stay in work. It can provide practical and financial support if you have a disability or long term physical or mental health condition.   An Access to Work grant can pay for […]