NATIONAL EDUCATION UNION

REGIONAL OFFICER - REPRESENTATION Based in the Yorkshire and Humber Office (Doncaster, DN1 3NJ) Permanent, part-time (0.8 FTE) Commencing salary £58,983 per annum (to be paid pro-rata) About the NEU The National Education Union is a force for change in the world of education, bringing together more than 450,000 educators in maintained and independent schools and colleges across the UK. Whatever the future holds the NEU is convinced that by building strong workplace organisation we can transform our education system so that it works for all students and all Educators. We have ambitious plans and we are seeking a significant number of staff to support us in this work. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in empowering educators, strengthening union structures, and driving meaningful change in workplaces across local authorities and multi-academy trusts. If you are an experienced caseworker or advocate who thrives on representing members, read on. About the Role This is a pivotal role focused on delivering high-quality representation to NEU members, supporting and mentoring local Officers and Reps, and helping build strong, confident workplace structures for collective action and bargaining. The role is part-time (0.8 FTE) 4 days per week. We are looking for people who can: Provide expert advice, coaching and mentoring to local Officers and Reps on individual and collective casework. Undertake complex casework and negotiations with employers across a range of educational settings, with sound knowledge of employment law Is a confident communicator and negotiator, with excellent interpersonal and public speaking skills. Can coach and develop others and has a track record of empowering activists and building local leadership. Support Branches in delivering development and organising plans aligned with national strategies. Full UK Driving License required. In return we can offer you: Meaningful work where you will be making a difference day in, day out. Working with experienced colleagues in a growing trade union. You'll receive a great salary, starting at £58,983 increasing to a maximum of £62,998 through annual pay progression (to be paid on a pro-rata basis), exceptional defined benefit pensions scheme and a company car. We offer 35 days leave plus Christmas closure days (to be calculated pro-rata for part-time hours), access to a health plan and very good working policies, included hybrid working. Further details can be downloaded from our website via the button below, where applicants will be able to complete an online application on our recruitment portal. Closing date is mid-day Friday 1 May 2026. We would welcome applications from Women and ethnic minorities and can accommodate part time or flexible working requests.

REGIONAL OFFICER - REPRESENTATION Based in the West Midlands Regional Office (Birmingham, B1 2RX) Permanent, full-time Commencing salary £58,983 per annum About the NEU The National Education Union is a force for change in the world of education, bringing together more than 450,000 educators in maintained and independent schools and colleges across the UK. Whatever the future holds the NEU is convinced that by building strong workplace organisation we can transform our education system so that it works for all students and all Educators. We have ambitious plans and we are seeking a significant number of staff to support us in this work. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in empowering educators, strengthening union structures, and driving meaningful change in workplaces across local authorities and multi-academy trusts. If you are an experienced caseworker or advocate who thrives on representing members, read on. About the Role This is a pivotal role focused on delivering high-quality representation to NEU members, supporting and mentoring local Officers and Reps, and helping build strong, confident workplace structures for collective action and bargaining. We are looking for people who can: Provide expert advice, coaching and mentoring to local Officers and Reps on individual and collective casework. Undertake complex casework and negotiations with employers across a range of educational settings, with sound knowledge of employment law. Is a confident communicator and negotiator, with excellent interpersonal and public speaking skills. Can coach and develop others and has a track record of empowering activists and building local leadership. Support Branches in delivering development and organising plans aligned with national strategies. Full UK Driving License required. In return we can offer you: Meaningful work where you will be making a difference day in, day out. Working with experienced colleagues in a growing trade union. You'll receive a great salary, starting at £58,983 increasing to a maximum of £62,998 through annual pay progression, exceptional defined benefit pensions scheme and a company car. We offer 35 days leave plus Christmas closure days, access to a health plan and very good working policies, included hybrid working. Further details can be downloaded from our website via the button below, where applicants will be able to complete an online application on our recruitment portal. Closing date is mid-day Thursday 30 April 2026. We would welcome applications from Women and ethnic minorities and can accommodate part time or flexible working requests.

REGIONAL ADMINISTRATOR Based in the NEU West Midlands region (Birmingham, B1 2RX) Permanent, part-time (2.5 days per week - Wednesday PM, Thursday and Friday) Commencing salary £39,317 per annum (to be paid pro-rata) The National Education Union is a force for change in the world of education, bringing together more than 450,000 teachers, lecturers, support staff and leaders working in maintained and independent schools and colleges across the UK. We are now seeking to recruit apart-time Regional Administrator to join our team in the NEU West Midlands region, on a permanent basis. The successful candidate will join a small, busy team dealing with telephone and email enquiries, providing secretarial and administrative support for the professional staff, including a solicitor, and administering and servicing meetings, training courses and events. They will also need to have good typing speeds and skills in using a variety of software packages, such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, as well as being able to use and maintain office database systems. The tasks required will include arranging and preparing for a variety of meetings, courses and events, maintaining databases, producing and processing correspondence and statistics and dealing with telephone and email enquiries. We are looking for applicants who can work flexibly as part of a team with good organisational skills, who are able to prioritise, to work under pressure and at times to use their own initiative. The ability to deal with telephone calls in a confident and professional manner is essential. Prospective applicants are also advised that your normal place of work will be the NEU office specified in this advert and that the NEU operates 'Blended Working Arrangements' for office-based staff, which means you will typically need to be based in the designated NEU office for 3 to 4 days a week (based on a full-time contract), with the option to work the remaining days at home, and subject to business needs. In addition to salary, we offer good conditions including 33 days annual leave plus Christmas closure days and a generous pension scheme. Salary and benefits will be pro-rata for part-time applicants. Further details can be downloaded from our website via the button below, where applicants will be able to complete an online application on our recruitment portal. Closing date is mid-day Friday 1 May 2026. We reserve the right to close this position early if we receive a high volume of applications. THE UNION IS FUNDAMENTALLY COMMITTED TO EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES IN ITS POLICIES AND PRACTICE

INDUSTRIAL ORGANISER Positions available in the following regions: Eastern (CB8 8GY) 1.5x FTE Permanent Commencing salary £58,983 per annum London (WC1H 9BD) 1x FTE Permanent 2x FTE Fixed-term (1 year) 1x 0.9 Fixed-term (Maternity cover until June 2027) Commencing salary £66,030 per annum About the NEU The National Education Union is a force for change in the world of education, bringing together more than 500,000 educators in maintained and independent schools and colleges across the UK. Whatever the future holds the NEU is convinced that by building strong workplace organisation we can transform our education system so that it works for all students and all Educators. We have ambitious plans and we are seeking a significant number of staff to support us in this work. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in empowering educators, strengthening union structures, and driving meaningful change in workplaces across local authorities and multi-academy trusts. If you have experience as a workplace activist, caseworker or trade union organiser with a commitment to social justice, read on. About the Role As an Industrial Organiser, you'll lead on-the-ground organising projects that build collective power, support reps and activists, and deliver impactful industrial campaigns. You'll work closely with members, reps, and branch officers to escalate and win disputes, negotiate with employers, and foster vibrant, democratic union structures. We are looking for people who have: Proven experience in union organising, campaigning, and negotiations. confident communicator with excellent interpersonal and public speaking skills. Ability to coach, mentor and develop activists in the workplace Ability to plan and deliver complex projects independently. Knowledge of education systems and employment rights (or ability to quickly learn). Commitment to trade union values, equality, and diversity. Willingness to travel extensively and work flexibly, including evenings and weekends. Full UK driving licence required. In return we can offer you: Meaningful work where you will be making a difference day in, day out. Working with experienced colleagues in a growing trade union. You'll receive a great salary, starting at £58,983 increasing to £62,998 (£66,030 increasing to £70,045 in London) exceptional defined benefit pensions scheme and a company car. We offer 35 days leave plus Christmas closure days, access to a health plan and very good working policies, included hybrid working. Further details can be downloaded from our website via the button below, where applicants will be able to complete an online application on our recruitment portal. Closing date is mid-day Monday 27 April 2026. Please note shortlisted applicants will be required to provide a copy of their driving licence by email to prior to interview.