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Our Client have a new opportunity for a Regional Support Official to join their team in Tondu, Bridgend.
Job Ref: RSO1
Salary: £61,899 p.a.
Hours:35 pw
Contract: Full – time, permanent
Location: Tondu, Bridgend, CF32
Closing Date: 5th March at 10.00am
About Us:
Our client 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 them.
Regional Support Official – The Role:
Reporting to the Wales Official, you will ensure the consistent implementation of their bargaining, campaigning, and organising objectives.
Regional Support Official – Key Responsibilities:
- Assisting with securing and maintaining recognition of the institution 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 Wales 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
We are an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion, marital status, or pregnancy.
We are happy to accept applications in alternative formats from applicants who, for various reasons of disability, may find it difficult to complete our standard form. Please see the advert on our website for further details.
We especially welcome applications from women and Black, Asian, and minority ethnic candidates, who are underrepresented at this grade. If this is you and you're interested, please join an online briefing about the role and working at the Union on 27 February from 1pm to 2pm. You’ll also have the chance to ask questions.
For briefing details, visit the advert on our vacancies page and let us know by 12 noon on 26 February. Attending the briefing is optional.
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: 5 March 2025, 10:00am
Interviews: 20 March 202
