Reasons to Join the Ulster Teachers' Union
“Caring for teachers, caring for children”
NI-based
The only union based solely in Northern Ireland
Local expertise, local staff, and support focused on NI teachers.
Support included
Advice, meetings and representation
Officials can meet members at school, home or another suitable location.
Legal help
Solicitor support when needed
Access to a long-established firm for professional-duty issues.
Local Northern Ireland union
The UTU is the only union based solely in Northern Ireland.
Experienced officials
Qualified staff provide help and support to members with professional issues.
Meetings that work for teachers
Officials can meet members at school, at home or elsewhere — before, during or after school hours.
Regular school visits
Officials visit schools across Northern Ireland so teachers can raise concerns and queries.
Legal support
Access to a long-established firm of solicitors — no further fee for professional-duty cases.
Member benefits
Access to fringe benefits including Membership Plus, insurance and financial services.
Focused on qualified teachers
UTU recruits from the qualified teaching body and represents the interests of qualified teachers.
Equality leadership
A long tradition of promoting equality, with members on committees dedicated to equality issues.
Independent voice
Not affiliated to any political party — represents members in discussions with all parties.
Strong trade union links
Affiliated to NIC-ICTU and maintains close links to education and other unions.
Support for every stage
Specific groups for students, young teachers and principals — ensuring every voice is heard.
Want to join now? Use the application forms on the right.