29 November – 1 December 2024
Swansea
This year’s National Young Members Conference 2024 will take place in Swansea!
Past Events
6 November 2024 9:30am–1:00pm
UNISON learning reps (ULRs) are volunteers who are willing to encourage and support other colleagues with learning in the workplace. 4 x 1/2 days of learning online.
25 November 2024 9:30am–4:30pm
Taunton
UNISON’s LAY tutor training programme is, aimed at ULRs, Branch Education Officers or other Branch Activists who want to develop their skills in trade union education, but is also relevant for branch officers who may wish to lead workshops or discussions in the branch.
11 November 2024 9:30am–12:30pm
Online - Via MS ZOOM
This ½ day online course delivered by a specialist tutor via zoom is aimed at UNISON Members who regularly in work may often be faced with tackling difficult conversations or topics, or who may often have service users who are aggressive or angry.
17 October 2024 9:30am–12:30pm
Online - Via MS TEAMS
If you are a UNISON member who works in a service where you have to support with end of life care then join this course. This virtual course explores how with our aging population more people are facing illness and need for end-of-life care and support.
15 October 2024 9:30am–4:00pm
UNISON Regional Office Taunton
Our Autumn in person Network meeting in Taunton. A day of networking and learning. A great opportunity to network with other reps from the Education network. An update on the regional programme, our national Learning & Organising services offers and training for reps.
13 September 2024 1:00pm–4:00pm
Microsoft Teams
This course is for those who work in the care and may be responsible for caring for service users who have or may have dementia. This course will give you an understanding of the key issues in dementia care and how best to support individuals.
12 July 2024 9:30am–12:30pm
Online - Via MS TEAMS
This virtual course is aimed at members who care for adults as part of their role.
18 – 21 June 2024
The Brighton Centre
UNISON National Delegate Conference returns to Brighton in 2024. Taking place from Tuesday 18 – Friday 21 June.
12 June 2024 9:30am–11:30am
Online - Via MS TEAMS
Mental Health in Children and Young People Awareness – This learning takes a look at the everyday challenges facing children and young people and the effect it can have on their mental health. Learn with Mind (Hammersmith, Fulham, Ealing & Hounslow Mind)
16 May 2024 1:30pm–4:30pm
Online - Via MS TEAMS
Mental Health Awareness Week takes place every year between 13 – 19th May. Learn with UNISON to be more aware about mental health.
25 April 2024 9:30am–12:30pm
Online - Via MS TEAMS
This half day course looks at stress, which one of the main causes of illness in the modern world, and ways that you can cope with it.
19 March – 24 April 2024
Wareham or Dorchester
The Organising Steward in person learning option in Wareham / Dorchester. The course aims to develop your skills, knowledge and confidence to enable you to carry out the role of a steward in UNISON
18 April 2024 12:30pm–1:30pm
Online
To find out the latest developments in the Government’s immigration policies and the support available for our migrant worker members, UNISON South West is running a briefing for members.
28 February 2024 9:30am–12:00pm
Online - via zoom
This course will be of benefit to staff who are required to deal with angry, aggressive or challenging young people through the course of their work. Learn how to communicate effectively and how to apply practical strategies to de-escalate and resolve conflict.