Let's win the ballot

Faith McGrath, NUT rep., Adamsrill Primary School, Lewisham NUT wrote this in Classroom Teacher 2 out now Click here to download


Let’s win the ballot

Most teachers have never taken part in a ballot for strike action so be ready to answer any queries:

How do I get my ballot paper?

Ballot papers will be sent to home addresses. Make sure the NUT has the right details for all your staff.

How can I help win the ballot?

Make sure all your colleagues know about the vote. Call a school meeting to discuss it. Call or visit other nearby schools as well. Some Local NUT Associations, like mine, have set up campaign committees - help build one in your area too.

Can my school stop me striking?

No! You will be protected by our official action ballot. If the NUT gives the go-ahead, thousands of teachers will take united action. We can all join together on the day, with local rallies and meetings too.

Can I afford to take strike action?

Can you afford not to?! You will lose a day’s pay - about £60 - but you will lose thousands if these pay cuts are imposed. With all the hoops we have to jump through, you can’t even rely on going up the pay spine to earn more. We have to rely on union action instead!

Will one-day action be enough?

From a solid first day’s strike, we must build the united public sector action that can make ministers think again. So vote YES for action!