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.
18 September 2025 9:30am–12:00pm
Online - Via MS TEAMS
Employment Law: Understanding Dismissals. 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.
22 – 23 September 2025
Exeter
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.
25 September 2025 9:30am–12:00pm
Online - Via MS TEAMS
Employment Law: The Law on Equality & Discrimination. 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.
29 September 2025 9:30am–12:00pm
Online - Via MS TEAMS
Employment Law: Employment Law: Understanding TUPE & Redundancy. 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.
6 October 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.
30 September – 8 October 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
22 September – 20 October 2025
online - Via MS TEAMS
The Organising Steward course is offered online via MS TEAMS. The course aims to develop your skills, knowledge and confidence to enable you to carry out the role of a steward in UNISON.
23 September – 21 October 2025
Bristol
The Organising Steward course is offered in person in Bristol. The course aims to develop your skills, knowledge and confidence to enable you to carry out the role of a steward in UNISON.
25 September – 23 October 2025
Exeter
The Organising Steward course is offered in person in Exeter. The course aims to develop your skills, knowledge and confidence to enable you to carry out the role of a steward in UNISON.
25 September – 23 October 2025
Taunton
The Organising Steward course is offered in person in Taunton. The course aims to develop your skills, knowledge and confidence to enable you to carry out the role of a steward in UNISON.
27 October 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.
12 November 2025 – 13 November 2026
Exeter
The course focuses on talking to employers as an essential part of the steward’s role and stresses the importance of preparation and practice.
