Red warning heatwave – advice for schools and early years settings The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has increased the heat-health alert for England to level 4 – the highest possible, and the Met Office has issued the first ever red warning for large parts of England for Monday and Tuesday (with an amber warning in place for other areas – please […]
Schools staff have joined UNISON in record numbers in recent weeks, understanding the importance of coming together to make classrooms safe in these trying times. The resources on this page are intended to help you and your colleagues through any issues you have. UNISON’s latest advice on the constantly changing government advice can be found […]
We’re all glad to see pupils back in classrooms, but it’s important the return is safe for staff, pupils, parents and the wider community. We know that many school support staff have been worried about facing the new school term. The government produced guidance in July, but we don’t believe it goes far enough to keep […]
UNISON has arranged three online workshops for members with YGAM (Young Gamblers & Gamers Education Trust) aimed at members working with young people, from primary aged children all the way up to university aged young adults. YGAM are a UK charity and the online training sessions they will be delivering are designed to equip you with the knowledge and resources to […]
Only suitably qualified teaching assistants (usually HLTAs) should be asked to lead classes. Support staff who are asked to undertake a role they are not […]
Find out about training courses and other learning opportunities available through the union for members working in schools.
