Autism Awareness for Schools Support Staff June 2026

8 – 9 June 2026

Online via Zoom

A virtual workshop recommended for anyone working with children or young people with autism.

Introduction to Neurodiversity – Union Learning Rep development session

18 June 2026 12:00pm–1:00pm

This session is part of a series of webinars for ULRs who have completed Stage 1 training. It will be particularly useful for those actively promoting and delivering lifelong learning and development activities in their branch, as well as newly trained ULRs preparing to deliver their first learning events.

Branch Treasurer/OLBA Training

25 June 2026 9:30am–1:00pm

An online half-day course delivered over Microsoft Teams is aimed primarily at recently appointed Branch Treasurers.

Introduction to Dyslexia – Union Learning Rep development session

8 July 2026 12:00pm–1:00pm

This session is part of a series of webinars for ULRs who have completed Stage 1 training. It will be particularly useful for those actively promoting and delivering lifelong learning and development activities in their branch, as well as newly trained ULRs preparing to deliver their first learning events.

Introduction to Neurodiversity Awareness July 2026

9 July 2026 8:00am–9:00am

Online via Zoom

This online webinar is suitable for all members with an interest in neurodiversity and who work with colleagues or service users (now or in the future) who may be neurodivergent. By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to: Understand the concept of neurodiversity and its importance ​Have an overview of common neurodivergent […]

Health and Safety Reps Online July

6 – 10 July 2026

Online via Microsoft Teams

Our online Health and Safety course, delivered by experienced TUC tutors at West Thames College, is for newly elected and less experienced UNISON H&S reps organising in the workplace. As a steward, you have an important role to play in organising members at a local level. The closing date for applications is 22nd June 2026 […]

Your Skills, Your Future

5 August 2026 4:00pm–5:00pm

Online via Microsoft Teams

This bitesize 60 minute UNISON webinar, delivered via teams, is suitable for all members who want support in understanding how to recognise and utilise their skills and build self-confidence.

General Loss and Bereavement Awareness

10 August 2026 7:00pm–9:30pm

Online via Zoom

The session will reflect on the grieving process, seeking greater understanding of current models on grief that can help. It will also look at the impact of loss on families, individuals and the role communication can play.

Coping with Change

13 August 2026 10:00am–1:00pm

Online via Microsoft Teams

This 3 hour UNISON workshop is suitable for all members who may find change difficult or how feel they may be facing upcoming or current changes in their workplace or homelife and want support in dealing with this.

Dealing with Difficult Face to Face Conversations

24 August 2026 1:30pm–4:30pm

Online via Zoom

This online course, delivered by a specialist conflict management tutor from 2Resolve, via zoom is aimed at all members who have face to face conversations during their work day and may often be faced with tackling difficult conversations or topics, or who may have conversations with people who are aggressive or angry while face to face.