The decision to increase pupil numbers on 1 June is premature and could put lives in danger, says UNISON
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The latest #OurHeroes story from the frontline of the Covid-19 outbreak comes from Elaine Betteridge at Rosewood free school in Southampton
UNISON South East was delighted last month to organise two inspirational CPD day’s for over 250 people at the Thinking Schools Academy Trust (TSAT). With separate days at Portsmouth and Medway, this was a fantastic opportunity to bring together school support staff from across the trust’s 14 different schools. UNISON organisers delivered interactive, wellbeing-focused workshops […]
The reports can be downloaded at the links below: SEN Support in schools and colleges: survey SEN Support in schools and colleges: rapid evidence assessment SEN Support in […]
Half of school support staff in England have been anxious about the return to classrooms this week, with many fearing measures to keep them safe are inadequate, according to a survey published today (Friday) by UNISON
It suggests ongoing teacher shortages mean support staff are increasingly having to lead lessons and manage whole classes by themselves. The research finds 45% say they are covering more classes […]
Schools and early years settings have the authority and responsibility to take whatever steps they deem […]
UNISON members have a ‘mountain to climb’ on local government pay, the NHS and the welfare state, but are equal to the task, says general secretary
One in four school support staff describe their financial situation as “struggling to survive” or “difficult”
A survey of school support staff and school nurses for UNISON and the RCN reveals a worrying picture. Despite many examples of good […]
The report paints a picture of these workers going above and beyond to assist pupils from deprived backgrounds, despite having their own financial worries […]
No 10’s Living with COVID plan ‘is likely to result in further illness and disruption to face-to-face education’
Many have reached a point where they simply can’t afford to stay in the job they love.
UNISON is asking members to email their MP to put pressure on the government to reintroduce COVID-19 safety measures in schools
UNISON is calling for a 10% pay rise for all local government workers, as financial recognition for their commitment to public service