About this course
Most cases a representative deals with turn on procedure. Knowing which policy applies, what stage the member is at and what should happen next is often the single most useful thing a rep can bring to a difficult situation.
This joint UTU, INTO and NEU course works through the main procedures used in schools and gives you the confidence to spot when they are not being followed properly.
What the day covers
The main employment procedures used in Northern Ireland schools
Disciplinary and grievance: stages, timescales and the right to be accompanied
Capability and sickness absence procedures and how they differ
Investigations: what is reasonable and what to challenge
Suspension, and why it should never be treated as a neutral act
Getting hold of the correct policy and checking it against agreed procedure
When to seek advice from the union office
Who should attend
School representatives who have completed induction, and any rep who wants to be more confident supporting members through formal procedures.
Booking
Places are free but limited and must be booked in advance.
Book your place
What is included
Free of charge to members of UTU, INTO and NEU. Lunch and refreshments are provided, along with a full set of course materials.
Need help?
Contact the UTU office on 028 9066 2216 or email office@utu.edu.
Working together for
teachers & principals
teachers & principals
INTO UTU NEU