Regional Support Official

Company:  CV-Library
Location: Manchester
Closing Date: 08/11/2024
Salary: £61,899 Per Annum
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description
University and College Union have an opportunity for a Regional Support Official to join their North West team on a fixed term basis for 6 months Job Ref: RSO5 Location: Manchester, M32 0FP (Responsible for the North West Region) Salary: £61,899 per annum Job Type: Full time, fixed term (6 months) Closing date: 12 November at 10:00am About Us: The University and College Union (UCU) represents over 120,000 academics, lecturers, trainers, instructors, researchers, managers, administrators, computer staff, librarians and postgraduates in universities, colleges, prisons, adult education and training organisations across the UK. We also have members in the private sector, for example in private training agencies and language schools, as well as members working on a freelance basis. Students training to teach in post-school education also belong to UCU. Regional Support Official – The Role: The Bargaining, Organising, Representation & Operations department, at UCU, is seeking a Regional Support Official to join the North West Region team, based in Manchester. Reporting to the Regional Official, you will ensure the consistent implementation of UCU’s bargaining, campaigning, and organising objectives. Regional Support Official – Key Responsibilities: - Assisting with securing and maintaining recognition of UCU in the designated area - Conducting and supporting negotiations with employing institutions in accordance with nationally and locally agreed bargaining objectives - Contributing to the organisation and effective delivery of regional training in accordance with the national training programme - Engaging in and organising regional and local campaigning activities in accordance with national/regional campaigning objectives - Deputising for the Regional Official as necessary Regional Support Official – You: - Educated to GCSE level (inc. maths & English) or equivalent - Experience of a similar working environment and/or understanding of working for a trade union or other not-for-profit organisation - Good knowledge of the post-compulsory education sector; a working knowledge and understanding of employment law, as well as trade union organising experience - Excellent interpersonal skills, you will be able to advocate on behalf of members and represent individuals in disciplinary and grievance cases - You will be required to travel across the region Regional Support Official– Benefits: We offer a number of financial and welfare benefits to support our employees, highlights include: - Supportive Family Policies: Embrace family life with enhanced Maternity, Adoption, Paternity, and Shared Parental Leave schemes - Health and Well-being Support: Access to confidential counselling 24/7 through our Employee Assistance Programme; advice and face-to-face intervention   from via our Physiotherapy Advice Line; healthcare assessment - Flexible Working: Take advantage of our Flexitime scheme, allowing you to tailor your work hours within our Work Life Balance policy - Financial Assistance: Benefit from being enrolled in the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS), childcare support, interest-free season ticket loans, and assistance with the cost of eyesight testing and glasses for DSE use - Training and Development: Elevate your skills with tailored training, developmental support, and over 300 eLearning modules available through our online Training Room Application Process UCU is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. Diversity & Inclusion Monitoring Please complete the diversity & inclusion data when applying, even if you're not selected for an interview. This helps us ensure we're attracting a diverse range of candidates. To apply for this exciting Regional Support Official opportunity, click ‘Apply’ now. Closing date: 12 November 2024, 10:00am Interviews: 20 November 2024
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