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‘If support staff didn’t do their job, you’d notice it’
Ministers are entirely responsible for the funding crisis that’s putting schools in this impossible position.
“Everyone can remember the teacher or the member of school staff who helped them during their life,” she says. “And that's so powerful.” As […]
Westminster event sets the scene for UNISON’s Champions in Our Colleges celebration tomorrow (Friday 9 February)
An early present for everyone – our Education and Equalities team has just published our education programme for 2024.
School support staff had the opportunity to share their experiences with politicians
“Years of neglect and underfunding have worsened the situation, leaving some schools on the verge of collapse. “With the autumn statement just days away, the chancellor must […]
Members at the Victoria Education Centre voted for action by 97% in an 81% turnout
Stars in Our Schools is back, and this year there’s a special focus on early years education. But hurry – the deadline for ordering all your fantastic Stars merch is 6 October
“However, too often, they are taken for granted and lack clear career progression. A dedicated pay and reward system would ensure they are fairly […]
‘We now have the absurd situation of government departments ringing schools days before term begins, telling them to prepare for potential building closures’
As you may have heard in the news, the Department for Education has suddenly ordered over 100 schools, colleges and nurseries in England to close buildings just before the start of the new Autumn term. Are you affected? Please take part in our short survey to help us support members who work in buildings found […]
The affected schools were built with “crumbly” reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) from the 1960s to […]