25 – 27 March 2025
Bristol
Being confident in speaking in public, whether in a members meeting, the branch or at UNISON conferences is a key activist skill. Another key skill is the art of debate to win people over to the values and ideas of trade unionism. This 3-day course will cover both skills and give you confidence to speak up, inspire people and get our message out there.
3 April 2025 9:30am–11:30am
Online - Via MS TEAMS
The Key to Participating in UNISON Democracy – A Getting Your Voice Heard Pathway course. A half day online workshop.
22 April 2025 9:30am–12:00pm
Online - Via MS TEAMS
Employment Law: Trade Union Law. Understanding how employment law works is essential for reps. This series of workshops will give an introduction to how the law works and how this relates to the role of the rep.
28 – 29 April 2025
Bristol
The course builds on the approaches and procedures introduced in the 5-day Stewards course, offering a deeper exploration of key concepts. It is designed to enhance your ability to support members with workplace issues and further develop your preparation and planning skills for handling member casework effectively.
12 May 2025 9:30am–12:00pm
Online - Via MS TEAMS
Employment Law: Understanding Employment Tribunals. Understanding how employment law works is essential for reps. This series of workshops will give an introduction to how the law works and how this relates to the role of the rep.
13 – 14 May 2025
Taunton
This course is designed to meet the requirements of the Employment Relations Act (ERA) recertification, which states that Stewards need to update their skills and training every 5 years. It involves group work and discussion. It is also a good opportunity to network and share ideas and experiences.
19 – 20 May 2025
Taunton
The course builds on the approaches and procedures introduced in the 5-day Stewards course, offering a deeper exploration of key concepts. It is designed to enhance your ability to support members with workplace issues and further develop your preparation and planning skills for handling member casework effectively.
21 May 2025 2:00pm–4:00pm
Online - Via MS TEAMS
The Key to Participating in UNISON Democracy – A Getting Your Voice Heard Pathway course. A half day online workshop.
13 – 21 May 2025
Dorset
The Organising Steward course is offered in the Dorset area. The course aims to develop your skills, knowledge and confidence to enable you to carry out the role of a steward in UNISON
15 May 2025 9:30am–4:00pm
Taunton
The course focuses on talking to employers as an essential part of the steward’s role and stresses the importance of preparation and practice.
18 June – 16 July 2025
Online - Via MS TEAMS
This Course is aimed at new and previously untrained Health and Safety Representatives.
16 – 17 July 2025
Dorset
This course is designed to meet the requirements of the Employment Relations Act (ERA) recertification, which states that Stewards need to update their skills and training every 5 years. It involves group work and discussion. It is also a good opportunity to network and share ideas and experiences.
3 – 4 September 2025
Exeter
This course is designed to meet the requirements of the Employment Relations Act (ERA) recertification, which states that Stewards need to update their skills and training every 5 years. It involves group work and discussion. It is also a good opportunity to network and share ideas and experiences.
11 September 2025 9:30am–12:00pm
Online - Via MS TEAMS
Employment Law: Understanding Contracts of Employment. Understanding how employment law works is essential for reps. This series of workshops will give an introduction to how the law works and how this relates to the role of the rep.
15 – 17 September 2025
Taunton
Being confident in speaking in public, whether in a members meeting, the branch or at UNISON conferences is a key activist skill. Another key skill is the art of debate to win people over to the values and ideas of trade unionism. This 3-day course will cover both skills and give you confidence to speak up, inspire people and get our message out there.
