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.

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 […]

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.

Introduction to Basic Sign Language

25 August 2026 9:00am–10:00am

Online via Microsoft Teams

This 60 minute workshop, delivered by Caroline Cleghorn, offers the perfect starting point for anyone interested in learning BSL and taking the next steps on their signing journey.

Coping with Change

5 September 2026 1:00pm–4:00pm

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.

Branch Treasurer/OLBA Training

10 September 2026 9:30am–1:00pm

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