13 August 2025 9:30am–4:30pm
UNISON Eastern, Higdon House, Kempson Way, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP32 7AR
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UNISON’s active members are getting organised to build their union and transform social care into a truly respected and valued public service.
This day-long workshop is a chance to meet other active members in social care. It’ll be an opportunity to network, discuss common problems and take part in some training to help you tackle some of the issues in your workplace.
It takes place during the activist summer school, a week-long programme of courses at our Higdon House office, giving you a chance to meet other activists from around the region. Your branch will pay the costs of the course and help with any travel expenses so they need to confirm they’re happy for you to attend.
Please note, this course is only for members working in social care who have signed the Activity Pledge and did not attend the course at the One Weekend.
Can I get time off to learn?
Yes, if you are in a recognised workplace the Trade Union and Labour Relations (Consolidation) Act 1992 and the 1997 Safety Representative and Safety Committee Regulations give you the right to time off with pay to attend trade union courses. You just have to give your employer reasonable notice.
Guidance towards establishing what constitutes reasonable time off can be found in the ACAS Code of Practice.
How much is the course?
There is a charge of £50. Your branch will fund this cost and they will be invoiced once you have completed the course.
Please note there may be a charge for no-shows or cancellations giving less than 48 hours notice.
Sign me up!
Please register below. Once you’ve signed up and your branch has confirmed you need the training, we’ll get in touch to confirm your place.
If you have any questions please contact us here.