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New era for school support staff in Wales

In preparation for the EWC registration, UNISON undertook a comprehensive listening exercise in schools across Wales, meeting with thousands of […]

Article, News on the UNISON National site.

Teaching assistant wins prestigious award

Clare Tierney, who had been Gateshead UNISON assistant branch secretary, passed away in 2012. Clare was a much-loved member of the branch team […]

Article, News on the UNISON National site.

Caerphilly joins councils pledging to pay school support staff fees

This was the right decision to back low-paid workers by agreeing to pay their fees.” UNISON Cymru/Wales lead organiser for schools Jess Turner added: “Yet another council has […]

Article, News on the UNISON National site.

Local government members to be consulted on pay offer

Following negotiations with the unions on 9 December, the Local Government Employers made their final offer concerning a pay deal that […]

Article on the UNISON National site.

Time for the stars in our schools

Lots of plans are underway with schools holding awards ceremonies, putting on special assemblies and even dressing up as super heroes […]

Article, News on the UNISON National site.

Free school meals for infants – petition

Please help us ensure he keeps his word by signing this  important petition to defend free school […]

Article on the UNISON National site.

Stars in our schools – what are your plans?

Download Stars in our Schools - a guide to celebrating school support staff. [PDF] And for the first time, we are delighted […]

Article on the UNISON National site.

Cuts to tax credits – join the UNISON campaign

An average household in receipt of tax credits will lose a whopping £1,350 a year

Article on the UNISON National site.

Keep free school meals for infant children: sign the petition

All the evidence shows that children benefit from having a healthy, nutritious hot meal at school. Healthy school meals gives infant children the best start in life, helping to improve their […]

Article on the UNISON National site.

Teaching assistants are ‘vital to schools’, say headteachers

Findings are a testament to the contribution of teaching assistants, says UNISON

Article on the UNISON National site.

Stars in Our Schools goes to Parliament

School support staff had the opportunity to share their experiences with politicians

Article, News on the UNISON National site.