Reps Training

The reps training course on St Valentine's Day was a big success with Kevin Courtney as the guest speaker.

Even if the union rep "only" takes the mail from the union and puts it up on the notice board he or she is a vital part of the union. Kevin also outlined many other ways in which reps can play a role in the union especially with the upcoming pay ballot.

He stressed that winning the pay ballot will encourage members to battle on issues like Academy Status and workload whereas a defeat on this ballot will encourage management to think teachers will put up with *anything*.




The course dealt with
Disciplinary Procedure
Redundancy
Sickness Policy
Competence

It is important for all union reps or potential union reps to know about these policies. The details are here

Do not hesitate to contact the helpline 01342 410805 if you have any problems.