At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead impactful campaigns and develop strategies to support education professionals.
- Company: Join a dynamic union representing over 120,000 education professionals across the UK.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, health support, and tailored training opportunities.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with strong family policies.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the education sector while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in campaigning and excellent copywriting skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 65151 - 65151 £ per year.
The Union Reference Number: C01
Salary: £65,151 per annum (inclusive of London Allowance)
Hours: 35 per week
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Location: Carlow Street, London, NW1
Closing Date: Monday 6 July
About Us
The Union 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 The Union.
About the role
The department at The Union is seeking a Campaigner to join the team on a permanent, full time basis. In this exciting role, based in our Carlow Street office and reporting to the Head of Campaigns your main duties will be:
- To be responsible for the development and effective delivery of campaigning and organising strategies at national and local level in areas delegated by the Head of Campaigns including:
- To contribute as part of the campaigns team to the development of national strategies and policies in the areas of campaigning, organising and recruitment in line with The Union’s strategic objectives
- To liaise with external bodies in support of The Union’s public policy objectives as directed by the Head of Campaigns
- To maintain awareness and knowledge of key professional industrial relations and political issues in the post-compulsory education sector and contemporary trends in organising and campaigning techniques
- To commission and oversee the production and distribution of campaigning, organising and promotional materials
You
- Experience of a similar working environment and/or understanding of working for a Trade Union or other not-for-profit organisation
- Excellent copy writing skills across a range of platforms including articles, briefings, leaflets, posters, speeches, newsletters and social media
- Understanding of the effective use of publicity materials in supporting campaigning work
- Successful track record as a campaigner and experience of or demonstrable ability to provide high quality campaign support to members, activists and senior staff
- Understanding of or demonstrable ability to learn the political and policy environment within which The Union operates
Benefits of working for The Union
- 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 through 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 access to live and on demand courses available through our online training platform
Note: working arrangements
The Union requires its employees to work from their office/in the field for at least 60% of their working week. They may apply to work from home for the remaining 40% but The Union cannot guarantee that this will be agreed.
Diversity & Inclusion Monitoring
We need your support to make sure our employees come from a variety of backgrounds, so we especially welcome applications from disadvantaged communities. Even if you are not selected, it would be really helpful if you could complete the diversity & inclusion data when you apply for this role, because we can make sure we are encouraging a diverse mixture of candidates to apply. Thank you very much.
Equal Opportunities
The Union is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. We are happy to accept applications in alternative formats from applicants who, for reasons of disability, may find it difficult to fill in our standard form. Please see the advert on our website for further details.
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The Union is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work environment in the heart of London, where employees can thrive both personally and professionally. With a strong commitment to employee well-being, flexible working arrangements, and comprehensive training and development opportunities, The Union fosters a culture of inclusivity and growth, making it an ideal place for passionate individuals looking to make a meaningful impact in the education sector.
