ONLINE This course covers the role of the Health and Safety Representative, legislation, workplace inspections and developing local strategies. This is an essential starting point for new Health and Safety representatives You will be required to attend all 5 dates set out below: Thursday 13 June – 10am- 12pm Thursday 20 June – 10am- 12pm […]
Please note there is a £30 charge to your UNISON branch for this course Application Details To apply for a place please register your interest via your […]
IN PERSON at UNISON West Midlands Regional Centre, Birmingham Course aims: – Update on new developments internally and externally which impact upon your role as a UNISON rep. – To inform you on changes in the legislative and legal framework. – To share skills and experience as UNISON reps. – To explore how we build […]
IN PERSON at UNISON West Midlands Regional Centre Attending and participating in this course will help participants to have an understanding of what sexual harassment is, when and how it happens, and the impact it has on recipients. The course will also explore what responsibilities employers have to prevent sexual harassment and how to report […]
ONLINE This two day course is based on developing skills and a systematic approach to dealing with disciplinary cases. It uses a single set of case notes to consider alternative approaches for dealing with a disciplinary case. The course follows a case portrayed on video to which the stewards have to respond to as the […]
IN PERSON at UNISON West Midlands Regional Centre This one day course will examine the principles and priorities to consider when representing a UNISON member at a sickness absence review meeting. It will explore the basics of preparing yourself and the member for a meeting and possible outcomes. No prior knowledge of representing a member at […]
IN PERSON at UNISON West Midlands Regional Centre This course will help participants to understand the law on maternity and parental rights. It will focus on how stewards and health & safety representatives can advise members of their rights with employers. The course will also explore how to negotiate improvements to contractual agreements in the […]
It is important to maintain good mental wellbeing so you can effectively help support the members you represent. This course will assist you in your […]
ONLINE Course aims: – Update on new developments internally and externally which impact upon your role as a UNISON rep. – To inform you on changes in the legislative and legal framework. – To share skills and experience as UNISON reps. – To explore how we build the strength of UNISON in a changing industrial […]
FACE TO FACE at UNISON West Midlands Regional Centre This one day course is aimed at stewards who want to build their negotiating skills. The course covers the key negotiating skills, and then provides time for an innovative role play in which the skills can be practised. This is also a good refresher for any […]
The Young Members Forum represents young members at a regional level, helping to develop campaigns and inform policy.
As part of our activities for UNISON 2023 Year of Black Workers, we have created this new bespoke programme of training for Black members.
Build your confidence! The use of digital technology is increasing in our workplaces and in our personal lives, from accessing digital payslips to paying council tax online. We all need to develop our digital skills to keep up with changing technologies. To sign up please email your membership number to: membereducationse@union.co.uk Outcome
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
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 […]
