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University and College Union have a new opportunity for Head of Campaigns to join the team. Reference Number: HOC1 Salary: £72,414p.a (inclusive of London Allowance) Hours: 35 per week Contract: Permanent, Full Time Location: Carlow Street, London, NW1 7LH Closing Date: Monday 2 February at 10.00 am About Us: The University and College Union (UCU) 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 UCU. Head of Campaigns - The Role: UCU is looking for an exceptional and inspiring individual to lead its campaigns team. This is a key post for an experienced and ambitious individual to lead the team and maximise exposure for the union s work. You will have an important role in managing a small team to ensure strategic and operational aims and objectives are met. Head of Campaigns Key Responsibilities: - To be responsible for the management and implementation of UCU s campaigns strategy - To be responsible for the line management of the union s campaigns team, in accordance with UCU s employment policies and procedures - To develop and promote national UCU campaigns - To maintain awareness and knowledge of current issues and political trends in post compulsory education - To supervise and support the production and distribution of national, regional, and local campaign material, working with other teams and departments as appropriate Head of Campaigns You: - Experience of a similar working environment and/or understanding of working for a trade union or other not-for-profit organisations - Experience of managing staff team - Knowledge of current issues and political trends in post-16 education - Experience of developing and implementing effective campaigning strategies - Understanding of the use of publicity materials in supporting campaigning, organising, and recruitment campaigns Benefits of working for the University and College 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 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 Further information We welcome applications from any candidate but are particularly keen to receive applications from women and global majority candidates; if this is you, we invite you to join an online briefing, on 27 January from 1-2pm. Application Process: UCU 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%. 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. UCU 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. Closing date for applications: Monday 2 February at 10 am. Interview date: Friday 27 February 2026 To submit your application for this exciting Head of Campaigns opportunity, please click Apply now!

Policy Officer - International Based in the NEU Hamilton House Office (London WC1H 9BD) Full time, Permanent Commencing salary £54,748 per annum The National Education Union is a powerful force for change in education, representing 500,000 teachers, lecturers, support staff, and leaders. As we undertake an extensive staffing review, this is an exciting time to join us on our journey to becoming a more agile, strategic, and powerfully coordinated trade union-ready to meet the challenges of the future and drive lasting change in education. We are currently looking to appoint a Policy Officer to undertake work on policy issues within the International Team, enabling it to carry out its work effectively on international issues. You will support the team in the delivery and development of policy work in relation to international issues and work under the direction of and assist the International Secretary and other team members. You will be responsible for preparing international policy statements, briefings, commentaries and research papers, including analysis and report writing and provide support with policy advice and guidance in this area, including policy statements and responses as required, on international matters. You will have policy experience in the field of international affairs and an understanding of the policy approaches and contexts in which the NEU engages at international level. 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 remaining days based 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 defined benefit pension scheme. Salary and benefits are 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 Wednesday 21 January 2026. THE UNION IS FUNDAMENTALLY COMMITTED TO EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES IN ITS POLICIES AND PRACTICE

Bargaining Support Officer Based in the NEU Hamilton House Office (London WC1H 9BD) Permanent, (1x Full-time, 1x Part-time) Commencing salary £54,748 per annum The National Education Union is a powerful force for change in education, representing 500,000 teachers, lecturers, support staff, and leaders. As we undertake an extensive staffing review, this is an exciting time to join us on our journey to becoming a more agile, strategic, and powerfully coordinated trade union-ready to meet the challenges of the future and drive lasting change in education. We are currently looking to appoint a Bargaining Support Officer to provide advice, gather and analyse information on bargaining matters, enabling the department to carry out effectively its work on bargaining strategy and implementation in support of NEU negotiators, and provide support on policy and bargaining work. You will work under the direction of and assist the Lead Officer - Bargaining Support and Head of Bargaining. You will be responsible for work in support to NEU negotiators at all levels in relation to collective bargaining activities and provide bargaining support to Lead Officers in the Bargaining and Industrial Action Department. You will have knowledge and understanding of issues relating to pay, conditions and collective bargaining in the public sector and of current issues relating to teachers' and support staff pay and conditions. 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 remaining days based 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 defined benefit pension scheme. Salary and benefits are 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 Thursday 22 January 2026. THE UNION IS FUNDAMENTALLY COMMITTED TO EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES IN ITS POLICIES AND PRACTICE

MEMBERSHIP AND SUBSCRIPTIONS ADVISER Based in the NEU Hamilton House Office (London) 1 Full time, permanent 1 Full time, 2 years' Fixed Term Contract Commencing salary £46,364 per annum The National Education Union is a force for change in the world of education, bringing together more than 500,000 teachers, lecturers, support staff and leaders working in maintained and independent schools and colleges across the UK. We are recruiting for 2 Membership and Subscriptions Advisers to join the membership team on the above basis. The successful candidates will join a busy team dealing with telephone and email enquiries and providing prompt and efficient membership and subscriptions support. The role includes updating members' payment and banking information and ensuring membership records remain accurate and up to date. We are seeking applicants with meticulous attention to detail and accuracy, who can work effectively under pressure as part of a team. The ability to handle calls and emails in a confident and professional manner is essential. Candidates should have a thorough working knowledge of a membership and subscriptions system/CRM, and the ability to quickly assimilate and evaluate information so they can answer a wide range of membership and subscription enquiries. We offer good conditions including a commencing salary of £46,364 pa, 33 days annual leave plus 4 days paid additional holiday entitlement as the NEU office closure days at Christmas and a defined benefit pension scheme. 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 remaining days based at home, and subject to business needs. 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 Wednesday 21 January 2026. Applicants are kindly reminded to ensure they specify if they are happy to be considered for both roles (or if not, which one they would like to be considered for) as part of their online application form. THE UNION IS FUNDAMENTALLY COMMITTED TO EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES IN ITS POLICIES AND PRACTICE

Electrical Technician Electrical Technician 37 hours per week. Employed for 52 weeks per year £31,580.60 and option to have a lead in to teaching for the right candidate. Our client is a further education college supporting young people and adults to take the next steps on their career path. They are an inclusive centre for lifelong learning, equipping their learners with the professional behaviours, skills and values that they will need for their careers. If you're passionate about education and want to make a difference, they'd love to hear from you. The Electrical Technician will be based on site in Ashford, Middlesex and will be required support and facilitate practical workshops to provide technical support to the Lecturers and students. About the role: As Electrical Technician you will create and maintain a high quality and safe environment that enhances learning experiences. Some of your key duties will include: Ensure workshops, classrooms and compound areas are kept clean and tidy and in a safe and orderly condition Reporting of serious defects or safety hazards Prepare all equipment, tools and material for lessons and demonstrations Ensure adequate stocks of materials, components, tools and equipment are held on site. To fulfil the role of Electrical Technician you will have: Level 2 construction craft qualification Level 2 Maths & English Forklift truck licence or ability and willingness to achieve desirable Relevant industrial experience What they offer: Generous holiday entitlement Financial benefits and discounts Pension (TPS or LGPS) Free on-site parking Staff wellbeing and fitness resources Employee recognition schemes Opportunities for professional development A supportive and collaborative working environment The chance to make a positive impact on the lives of their students Our client is proud to be an equal opportunities employee and is committed to diversity and inclusion within the workplace and are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. They do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender identity, age, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics. They are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Pre-employment checks will be carried out, in line with KCSIE, for all those who are shortlisted and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and 2 satisfactory references REF-

Lecturers SEN - PMLD and SLD Permanent role £33,429 to £46,618 Uxbridge We are seeking to appoint full time Lecturers to teach students with a range of needs such as PMLD, SLD and Autism. You will plan, develop, coordinate and implement individual curriculum programmes for students with profound and multiple learning difficulties, providing a holistic education programme, integrating the physical, academic, social and emotional needs of individual students. You will possess a degree or equivalent qualification and preferably a Level 5 teaching qualification recognised by the FE sector, or be willing to undertake teacher training. A specialist SEN qualification is desirable. You should have experience of providing teaching and learning support to students with ASD, SLD and PMLD in a Further Education environment and have good working knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice. These posts will initially be based at Uxbridge Campus, however in time it is anticipated you will also be required to work at Barra Hall, Hayes. MAIN PURPOSE To lead and manage students with PMLD, SLD and Autism, delivering the college's courses and to co-ordinate the work of other staff. To plan, develop, coordinate and implement individual curriculum programmes for students with profound and multiple learning difficulties. The lecturer will be expected to provide a holistic education programme, integrating the physical, academic, social and emotional needs of individual students. DUTIES SPECIFIC TO THE POST All lecturers have a generic list of duties (see Duties below) and these which are specific to the post holder. • To teach a range of ELD/LLD/PMLD learners, on a range of programmes across Foundation Learning. Classes will be both mixed in age as well as ability and learning needs. You may be teaching learners with ASD/ELD and/or complex needs learners according to your specialism. • To establish and deliver a coherent and appropriate curriculum for PMLD students and to lead the related teaching and learning activities within the ELD section. • To plan for and work with Learning Support Assistants within the classroom and all teaching and learning environments • To carry out formative and summative assessments of students and use target setting to maximise success. • To develop the work of the department in terms of those learners with more complex special educational needs (including learners with Autistic Spectrum Conditions) • To develop the work of the department in terms of those learners with more complex communication needs (Total Communication) • To contribute to the development of non-qualification elements of the Basic Education curriculum delivery to include the development of opportunities for delivery in the wider community • To participate in residential trips/activity days within Foundation Learning Qualifications: • A degree/equivalent professional qualification in a relevant subject area • Maths and English at Grade C/4 or equivalent, or willing to achieve • Minimum Level 5 teaching qualification recognised by the FE sector or willingness and ability to work towards one, supported by the College (e.g DIT, DET) Knowledge and Experience: • Experience of teaching students with ASD, SLD and PMLD • Teaching experience in an FE setting • Up-to-date knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice Other skills / Attributes: • The ability to engage and inspire learners • Good classroom practice • Good communication skills, written and verbal • Good IT skills • Good interpersonal skills • Ability to work effectively as part of a team • Commitment to continuing professional development We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. You will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references. This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. To apply for this opportunity your detailed CV to Clarus Education now to be considered. We will be contacting those shortlisted within 48 hours of an application. Please see our website page headed 'About' and scroll to the bottom to see our 'Privacy Notice' for an explanation about how we use information we collect about you.